Gurahema - Chitalwana, Jalore
Gurahema is a village situated in the Chitalwana tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from Sanchore and around 165 km from Jalor. Gura Hema serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurahema village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurahema is 089584. The village covers a total geographical area of 1683.49 hectares and falls under the 343040 pincode. Sanchore is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gurahema village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanchore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurahema
As per Census 2011, Gurahema village has a total population of 2,849 people, consisting of 1,469 males and 1,380 females. The village has 514 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 544 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,104 literate and 1,745 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,042 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 286 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurahema are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,849 | 1,469 | 1,380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 544 | 300 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,042 | 553 | 489 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 144 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 1,104 | 766 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,745 | 703 | 1,042 |
Nearby Villages of Gurahema
Gurahema 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 Gurahema
Gurahema is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sanchore to Gurahema is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Gurahema is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurahema
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurahema village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gurahema
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurahema 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 Gurahema
Where is Gurahema located?
Gurahema village is located in Chitalwana Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurahema?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurahema is Gura Hema.
What is the pincode of Gurahema?
The pincode of Gurahema is 343040.
What is the population of Gurahema?
Gurahema has a total population of 2,849, including 1,469 males and 1,380 females.
How many households are there in Gurahema?
There are 514 households in Gurahema.
What is the literacy rate in Gurahema?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurahema is 38.75%. Male literacy is 52.14% and female literacy is 24.49%.