Gurijala - Shaligouraram, Nalgonda
Gurijala is a village situated in the Shaligouraram mandal of Nalgonda district, Telangana. It is located approximately 6 km from Sali Gouraram and around 50 km from Nalgonda. Gurajala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurijala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurijala is 576666. The village covers a total geographical area of 879 hectares and falls under the 508210 pincode. Nalgonda is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Gurijala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gurijala
As per Census 2011, Gurijala village has a total population of 1,826 people, consisting of 936 males and 890 females. The village has 458 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,015 literate and 811 illiterate residents. Additionally, 449 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurijala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,826 | 936 | 890 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 74 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 250 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,015 | 620 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 811 | 316 | 495 |
Nearby Villages of Gurijala
Gurijala 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 Gurijala
Gurijala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nalgonda to Gurijala is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurijala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurijala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gurijala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurijala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurijala
Where is Gurijala located?
Gurijala village is located in Shaligouraram Mandal, Nalgonda district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurijala?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurijala is Gurajala.
What is the pincode of Gurijala?
The pincode of Gurijala is 508210.
What is the population of Gurijala?
Gurijala has a total population of 1,826, including 936 males and 890 females.
How many households are there in Gurijala?
There are 458 households in Gurijala.
What is the literacy rate in Gurijala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurijala is 55.59%. Male literacy is 66.24% and female literacy is 44.38%.