Gurah
Gurah is a village located in Sawayajpur tehsil of Hardoi district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Sawayajpur (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Hardoi. As per 2009 stats, Gurah village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gurah unique in its vibrant Sawayajpur-Hardoi region. You’ll see Gurah’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gurah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurah is 139881. The village spans a total geographical area of 365.36 hectares. Sawayajpur is nearest town to Gurah village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gurah village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sawaijpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hardoi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gurah
Population of Gurah
According to the 2011 Census, Gurah has a total population of about 1,220, with approximately 693 males and 527 females. The sex ratio is around 760 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 98 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 203 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.28%, with male literacy at about 53.68% and female literacy near 41.18%. There are around 222 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurah's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,220 | 693 | 527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 119 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 589 | 372 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 321 | 310 |
Connectivity of Gurah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurah. As per the 2011 stats, Gurah had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurah
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurah
- Where is Gurah located?
- Gurah village is situated in Sawayajpur Tehsil, within the Hardoi district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurah?
- Gurah serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gurah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurah is 1,220, with 693 males and 527 females.
- How many households are there in Gurah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurah village has a total of 222 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurah is 48.28%. The male literacy rate is 53.68%, while the female literacy rate is 41.18%.