Gurera - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Gurera is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Gurera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurera is 206890. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.01 hectares and falls under the 232109 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Gurera 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 Sakaldiha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurera
According to the 2011 Census, Gurera village had a total population of 981 people, including 467 males and 514 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 1,101 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.47%, with male literacy at 93.48% and female literacy at 72.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 182.
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 | 981 | 467 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 68 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 90 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 687 | 373 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 94 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Gurera
Gurera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lachhanpur | South-West | 0.87 km |
| Semara | North-West | 1.02 km |
| Zaminhasanpur | North-East | 1.07 km |
| Lachhiman Garh | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Phoolpur | East | 1.36 km |
| Bela | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Sawopur | North | 1.63 km |
| Kaithi | West | 1.77 km |
| Singha | South | 1.81 km |
| Ejara | North | 1.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurera
Gurera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajawari, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gurera is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Gurera is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gurera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurera 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gurera
Where is Gurera located?
Gurera village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gurera?
Gurera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gurera?
The pincode of Gurera is 232109.
What is the population of Gurera?
Gurera had a total population of 981, including 467 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Gurera?
Gurera had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurera was 82.47%. Male literacy was 93.48% and female literacy was 72.35%.