Gaurawa Kala - Colonelganj, Gonda
Gaurawa Kala is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Gaurawa Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaurawa Kala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaurawa Kala is 174847. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.43 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town.
Gaurawa Kala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaurawa Kala
As per Census 2011, Gaurawa Kala village has a total population of 2,452 people, consisting of 1,231 males and 1,221 females. The village has 436 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 432 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 959 literate and 1,493 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaurawa Kala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,452 | 1,231 | 1,221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 224 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 124 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 959 | 572 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,493 | 659 | 834 |
Nearby Villages of Gaurawa Kala
Gaurawa Kala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Birva | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Semara | West | 1.72 km |
| Mankapur | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Taiyyab Pur | North | 2.29 km |
| Amorhwa | South | 2.32 km |
| Gondawa | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Selhari | East | 2.53 km |
| Bairampur | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Mohammad Pur | West | 2.60 km |
| Khinduri | South-West | 2.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaurawa Kala
Gaurawa Kala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Colonelganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gonda to Gaurawa Kala is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaurawa Kala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaurawa Kala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gaurawa Kala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaurawa Kala 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 Gaurawa Kala
Where is Gaurawa Kala located?
Gaurawa Kala village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaurawa Kala?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaurawa Kala is Gaurawa Kalan.
What is the pincode of Gaurawa Kala?
The pincode of Gaurawa Kala is 271502.
What is the population of Gaurawa Kala?
Gaurawa Kala has a total population of 2,452, including 1,231 males and 1,221 females.
How many households are there in Gaurawa Kala?
There are 436 households in Gaurawa Kala.
What is the literacy rate in Gaurawa Kala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaurawa Kala is 39.11%. Male literacy is 46.47% and female literacy is 31.70%.