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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Guraini village has a total population of 1,108 people, consisting of 578 males and 530 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 715 literate and 393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guraini are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,108 | 578 | 530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 106 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 108 | 90 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,108, including 578 males and 530 females.
How many households are there in Guraini?
There are 128 households in Guraini.
What is the literacy rate in Guraini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guraini is 64.53%. Male literacy is 75.61% and female literacy is 52.45%.