Gurha Durjan - Desuri, Pali
Gurha Durjan is a village situated in the Desuri tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Desuri and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Sansari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurha Durjan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurha Durjan is 091085. The village covers a total geographical area of 544 hectares and falls under the 306022 pincode. Sadri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gurha Durjan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwar junction Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurha Durjan
As per Census 2011, Gurha Durjan village has a total population of 403 people, consisting of 201 males and 202 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurha Durjan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 403 | 201 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 136 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 65 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Gurha Durjan
Gurha Durjan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sansari | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Panota | West | 3.33 km |
| Sambhariya | South | 3.68 km |
| Nayagaon | South | 4.02 km |
| Gurha Gopinath | South-East | 4.09 km |
| Ashapura | North | 4.83 km |
| Gurha Kalan | South-West | 4.87 km |
| Bansor | East | 5.41 km |
| Jorkiya | North | 5.43 km |
| Gura Himta | North | 5.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurha Durjan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gurha Durjan. The nearest railway station is Dolaji Ka Khera, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.7 km.
| 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 Sadri to Gurha Durjan is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Gurha Durjan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurha Durjan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurha Durjan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gurha Durjan
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 Durjan 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 Gurha Durjan
Where is Gurha Durjan located?
Gurha Durjan village is located in Desuri Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurha Durjan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurha Durjan is Sansari.
What is the pincode of Gurha Durjan?
The pincode of Gurha Durjan is 306022.
What is the population of Gurha Durjan?
Gurha Durjan has a total population of 403, including 201 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Gurha Durjan?
There are 84 households in Gurha Durjan.
What is the literacy rate in Gurha Durjan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurha Durjan is 55.33%. Male literacy is 67.66% and female literacy is 43.07%.