Gurchihwa
Gurchihwa is a village located in Tulsipur tehsil of Balrampur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Tulsipur (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Balrampur. As per 2009 stats, Gurchihwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gurchihwa unique in its vibrant Tulsipur-Balrampur region. You’ll see Gurchihwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gurchihwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurchihwa is 173696. The village spans a total geographical area of 402.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 271206. Pachpedawa is nearest town to Gurchihwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Gurchihwa
Population of Gurchihwa
According to the 2011 Census, Gurchihwa has a total population of about 2,999, with approximately 1,533 males and 1,466 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 631 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 36 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 29.74%, with male literacy at about 36.14% and female literacy near 23.06%. There are around 382 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurchihwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,999 | 1,533 | 1,466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 631 | 312 | 319 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 892 | 554 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,107 | 979 | 1,128 |
Connectivity of Gurchihwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurchihwa. As per the 2011 stats, Gurchihwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurchihwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurchihwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurchihwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurchihwa
- Where is Gurchihwa located?
- Gurchihwa village is situated in Tulsipur Tehsil, within the Balrampur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurchihwa?
- Gurchihwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gurchihwa?
- The pincode of Gurchihwa is 271206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurchihwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurchihwa is 2,999, with 1,533 males and 1,466 females.
- How many households are there in Gurchihwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurchihwa village has a total of 382 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurchihwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurchihwa is 29.74%. The male literacy rate is 36.14%, while the female literacy rate is 23.06%.