Gurjal - Gandhari, Kamareddy
Gurjal is a village situated in the Gandhari mandal of Kamareddy district, Telangana. It is located approximately 8 km from Gandhari and around 65 km from Nizamabad. Gurjal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurjal is 571360. The village covers a total geographical area of 1289 hectares and falls under the 503114 pincode. Kamareddy is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gurjal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gurjal
As per Census 2011, Gurjal village has a total population of 2,755 people, consisting of 1,398 males and 1,357 females. The village has 568 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,104 literate and 1,651 illiterate residents. Additionally, 553 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurjal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,755 | 1,398 | 1,357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 195 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 553 | 250 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,104 | 708 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,651 | 690 | 961 |
Nearby Villages of Gurjal
Gurjal 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 Gurjal
Gurjal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kamareddy to Gurjal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nizamabad to Gurjal is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurjal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurjal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gurjal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurjal 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gurjal
Where is Gurjal located?
Gurjal village is located in Gandhari Mandal, Kamareddy district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurjal?
Gurjal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gurjal?
The pincode of Gurjal is 503114.
What is the population of Gurjal?
Gurjal has a total population of 2,755, including 1,398 males and 1,357 females.
How many households are there in Gurjal?
There are 568 households in Gurjal.
What is the literacy rate in Gurjal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurjal is 40.07%. Male literacy is 50.64% and female literacy is 29.18%.