Gulrahaa - Utraula, Balrampur
Gulrahaa is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Goolraha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gulrahaa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulrahaa is 173807. The village covers a total geographical area of 337.24 hectares and falls under the 271603 pincode. Balrampur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Gulrahaa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shrawasti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gulrahaa
As per Census 2011, Gulrahaa village has a total population of 2,770 people, consisting of 1,469 males and 1,301 females. The village has 402 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 505 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,128 literate and 1,642 illiterate residents. Additionally, 704 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gulrahaa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,770 | 1,469 | 1,301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 505 | 267 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 704 | 369 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 1,128 | 721 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,642 | 748 | 894 |
Nearby Villages of Gulrahaa
Gulrahaa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visarampur | East | 1.48 km |
| Agaya Khurd | North | 2.05 km |
| Gidhaur | South | 2.16 km |
| Dharampur | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Vitharia Paraspur | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Sajhaval Premnager | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Shivpur Mahanth | South | 2.68 km |
| Rampur Baganaha | East | 2.90 km |
| Tirlokpur | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Deoria Mubarakpur | North | 3.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gulrahaa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gulrahaa. The nearest railway station is Bhawanipur Kalan, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balrampur to Gulrahaa is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gulrahaa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulrahaa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gulrahaa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulrahaa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gulrahaa
Where is Gulrahaa located?
Gulrahaa village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gulrahaa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gulrahaa is Goolraha.
What is the pincode of Gulrahaa?
The pincode of Gulrahaa is 271603.
What is the population of Gulrahaa?
Gulrahaa has a total population of 2,770, including 1,469 males and 1,301 females.
How many households are there in Gulrahaa?
There are 402 households in Gulrahaa.
What is the literacy rate in Gulrahaa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulrahaa is 40.72%. Male literacy is 49.08% and female literacy is 31.28%.