Gurha Jatan - Desuri, Pali
Gurha Jatan is a village situated in the Desuri tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Desuri and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Guda Jatan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurha Jatan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurha Jatan is 091198. The village covers a total geographical area of 247 hectares and falls under the 306702 pincode. Sadri is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gurha Jatan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurha Jatan
As per Census 2011, Gurha Jatan village has a total population of 1,641 people, consisting of 762 males and 879 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 1,153 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 742 literate and 899 illiterate residents. Additionally, 329 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurha Jatan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,641 | 762 | 879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 124 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 163 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 742 | 444 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 899 | 318 | 581 |
Nearby Villages of Gurha Jatan
Gurha Jatan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gura Sutharan | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Joba | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Sadri | West | 2.67 km |
| Rajpura | South | 3.93 km |
| Mandigarh | East | 4.01 km |
| Alsipura | South-East | 5.56 km |
| Ghanerao | North-East | 5.58 km |
| Dudapura | North-East | 5.77 km |
| Mada | West | 5.89 km |
| Chhora | North | 5.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurha Jatan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gurha Jatan. The nearest railway station is Khimel, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.4 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 Jatan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Gurha Jatan is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurha Jatan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurha Jatan 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 Gurha Jatan
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 Jatan 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 Jatan
Where is Gurha Jatan located?
Gurha Jatan village is located in Desuri Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurha Jatan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurha Jatan is Guda Jatan.
What is the pincode of Gurha Jatan?
The pincode of Gurha Jatan is 306702.
What is the population of Gurha Jatan?
Gurha Jatan has a total population of 1,641, including 762 males and 879 females.
How many households are there in Gurha Jatan?
There are 334 households in Gurha Jatan.
What is the literacy rate in Gurha Jatan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurha Jatan is 45.22%. Male literacy is 58.27% and female literacy is 33.90%.