Gurekasa
Gurekasa is a village located in Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanora (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Hirange is the gram panchayat of Gurekasa village.
Gurekasa has its own place in the vibrant Gadchiroli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gurekasa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurekasa is 538902. The village spans a total geographical area of 93 hectares. Gadchiroli is nearest town to Gurekasa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 68km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gurekasa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Gurekasa
Below is a concise population overview of Gurekasa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 88 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 84 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 39 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 49 | 41 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gurekasa village:
- The total population of Gurekasa village is around 186, including approximately 88 males and 98 females, with a sex ratio of 1113 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 37 children aged 0–6 years in Gurekasa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gurekasa village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 178 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gurekasa village is about 51.61%, with male literacy at 44.32% and female literacy at 58.16%.
- There are around 35 households in Gurekasa village.
Connectivity of Gurekasa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurekasa. As per the 2011 stats, Gurekasa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurekasa
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurekasa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurekasa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurekasa
- Where is Gurekasa located?
- Gurekasa village is situated in Dhanora Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurekasa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurekasa is Hirange (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gurekasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurekasa is 186, with 88 males and 98 females.
- How many households are there in Gurekasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurekasa village has a total of 35 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurekasa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurekasa is 51.61%. The male literacy rate is 44.32%, while the female literacy rate is 58.16%.