Gurekasa - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Gurekasa is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Hirange serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurekasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurekasa is 538902. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Gurekasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurekasa
As per Census 2011, Gurekasa village has a total population of 186 people, consisting of 88 males and 98 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,113 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 178 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurekasa are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gurekasa
Gurekasa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gurekasa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gurekasa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Gurekasa is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurekasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurekasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gurekasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurekasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurekasa
Where is Gurekasa located?
Gurekasa village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurekasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurekasa is Hirange.
What is the pincode of Gurekasa?
The pincode of Gurekasa is 442606.
What is the population of Gurekasa?
Gurekasa has a total population of 186, including 88 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Gurekasa?
There are 35 households in Gurekasa.
What is the literacy rate in Gurekasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurekasa is 51.61%. Male literacy is 44.32% and female literacy is 58.16%.