Guar - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Guar is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Guaar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guar is 186176. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.29 hectares and falls under the 273016 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Guar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Guar
As per Census 2011, Guar village has a total population of 1,887 people, consisting of 998 males and 889 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 363 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 726 literate and 1,161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,765 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,887 | 998 | 889 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 196 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,765 | 929 | 836 |
| Literate Population | 726 | 464 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,161 | 534 | 627 |
Nearby Villages of Guar
Guar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Terha Tighra | South-East | 0.85 km |
| Manjhgawa | North-East | 0.89 km |
| Kotiya Aman Singh | South-West | 0.90 km |
| Dumari Baboo | North | 1.06 km |
| Dumri Mutalikshahpur | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Ratanpur Raja | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Sirsiya | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Bhiti Tiwari | South | 1.48 km |
| Khajuria | East | 1.62 km |
| Kanhla | South-West | 1.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guar
Guar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sardarnagar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Guar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Guar is about 39 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 Guar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guar 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 Guar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Guar
Where is Guar located?
Guar village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guar?
The Gram Panchayat of Guar is Guaar.
What is the pincode of Guar?
The pincode of Guar is 273016.
What is the population of Guar?
Guar has a total population of 1,887, including 998 males and 889 females.
How many households are there in Guar?
There are 351 households in Guar.
What is the literacy rate in Guar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guar is 38.47%. Male literacy is 46.49% and female literacy is 29.47%.