Gurha Salt - Nawa, Didwana-Kuchaman
Gurha Salt is a village situated in the Nawa tehsil of Didwana-Kuchaman district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from Nawa and around 190 km from Nagaur. Gudha Salt serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurha Salt village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurha Salt is 083922. The village covers a total geographical area of 785.95 hectares and falls under the 341509 pincode. Nawa is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gurha Salt village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nawan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurha Salt
As per Census 2011, Gurha Salt village has a total population of 4,370 people, consisting of 2,228 males and 2,142 females. The village has 777 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 612 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,612 literate and 1,758 illiterate residents. Additionally, 938 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurha Salt are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,370 | 2,228 | 2,142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 612 | 321 | 291 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 938 | 487 | 451 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 33 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 2,612 | 1,593 | 1,019 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,758 | 635 | 1,123 |
Nearby Villages of Gurha Salt
Gurha Salt is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kooni | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Bangarh | South-East | 4.24 km |
| Jabdi Nagar | North-West | 4.36 km |
| Chosla | North-East | 5.37 km |
| Tyoda | East | 6.18 km |
| Bhatipura | East | 6.70 km |
| Nanana | North-West | 7.04 km |
| Lohrana | North | 7.67 km |
| Lakhanpura | North-East | 7.91 km |
| Dabsi | North | 8.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurha Salt
Gurha Salt is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gudha, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawa to Gurha Salt is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaur to Gurha Salt is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurha Salt
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurha Salt village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gurha Salt
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurha Salt village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gurha Salt
Where is Gurha Salt located?
Gurha Salt village is located in Nawa Tehsil, Didwana-Kuchaman district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurha Salt?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurha Salt is Gudha Salt.
What is the pincode of Gurha Salt?
The pincode of Gurha Salt is 341509.
What is the population of Gurha Salt?
Gurha Salt has a total population of 4,370, including 2,228 males and 2,142 females.
How many households are there in Gurha Salt?
There are 777 households in Gurha Salt.
What is the literacy rate in Gurha Salt?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurha Salt is 59.77%. Male literacy is 71.50% and female literacy is 47.57%.