Gurah - Makrana, Didwana-Kuchaman
Gurah is a village situated in the Makrana tehsil of Didwana-Kuchaman district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 19 km from Parbatsar and around 105 km from Nagaur. Gurah village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurah is 083499. The village covers a total geographical area of 452.02 hectares and falls under the 341505 pincode. Makrana is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gurah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gurah
As per Census 2011, Gurah village has a total population of 1,192 people, consisting of 654 males and 538 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 822 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 721 literate and 471 illiterate residents. Additionally, 228 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,192 | 654 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 95 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 137 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 721 | 468 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 186 | 285 |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurah
Gurah is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Makrana to Gurah is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaur to Gurah is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gurah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gurah
Where is Gurah located?
Gurah village is located in Makrana Tehsil, Didwana-Kuchaman district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurah?
Gurah is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gurah?
The pincode of Gurah is 341505.
What is the population of Gurah?
Gurah has a total population of 1,192, including 654 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Gurah?
There are 203 households in Gurah.
What is the literacy rate in Gurah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurah is 60.49%. Male literacy is 71.56% and female literacy is 47.03%.