Gourawa Khurd - Colonelganj, Gonda
Gourawa Khurd is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Coloenganj and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Gourawa Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gourawa Khurd is 174893. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.6 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Casolganj is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Gourawa Khurd 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 Gourawa Khurd
As per Census 2011, Gourawa Khurd village has a total population of 2,615 people, consisting of 1,349 males and 1,266 females. The village has 409 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 542 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 930 literate and 1,685 illiterate residents. Additionally, 595 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gourawa Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,615 | 1,349 | 1,266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 542 | 307 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 595 | 312 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 930 | 564 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,685 | 785 | 900 |
Nearby Villages of Gourawa Khurd
Gourawa Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kunwarpur Amarha | East | 1.14 km |
| Lakhanapur | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Gaddaupur | South | 1.19 km |
| Debi Tilmaha | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Vishunpur | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Pure Than | North | 1.66 km |
| Umariya | North | 1.81 km |
| Barawaliya Tallukdari | West | 1.93 km |
| Kadipur | South | 1.99 km |
| Colonel Ganj(rural) | South-West | 2.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gourawa Khurd
Gourawa Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kasturi, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Casolganj to Gourawa Khurd is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Gourawa Khurd is about 29 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 Gourawa Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gourawa Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gourawa Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gourawa Khurd 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 Gourawa Khurd
Where is Gourawa Khurd located?
Gourawa Khurd village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gourawa Khurd?
Gourawa Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gourawa Khurd?
The pincode of Gourawa Khurd is 271502.
What is the population of Gourawa Khurd?
Gourawa Khurd has a total population of 2,615, including 1,349 males and 1,266 females.
How many households are there in Gourawa Khurd?
There are 409 households in Gourawa Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Gourawa Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gourawa Khurd is 35.56%. Male literacy is 41.81% and female literacy is 28.91%.