Guraini - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Guraini is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Guraini village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guraini is 207012. The village covers a total geographical area of 220.45 hectares and falls under the 232106 pincode.
Guraini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saiyadraja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guraini
According to the 2011 Census, Guraini village had a total population of 1,108 people, including 578 males and 530 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.09%, with male literacy at 92.58% and female literacy at 64.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 198.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,108 | 578 | 530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 106 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 108 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 715 | 437 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 141 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Guraini
Guraini 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manni Patti | South-West | 1.12 km |
| Prahaladpur | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Kodai | South | 1.27 km |
| Dawan Pura | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Bandipatti Gangbarar | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Kuchaura Gangbarar | North | 1.47 km |
| Goshandeypur Gangbarar | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Damodarpur Gangbarar | North | 1.58 km |
| Sikandarpur Gangbarar | North | 1.91 km |
| Dabariya | West | 2.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guraini
Guraini is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bahora Chandil, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chandauli to Guraini is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guraini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guraini 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 Guraini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guraini 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Guraini
Where is Guraini located?
Guraini village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Guraini?
Guraini is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Guraini?
The pincode of Guraini is 232106.
What is the population of Guraini?
Guraini had a total population of 1,108, including 578 males and 530 females.
How many households are there in Guraini?
Guraini had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guraini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guraini was 79.09%. Male literacy was 92.58% and female literacy was 64.35%.