Ghurhai - Shahabad, Hardoi
Ghurhai is a village situated in the Shahabad tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahabad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Agampur Dhurhai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghurhai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghurhai is 139191. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.88 hectares and falls under the 241123 pincode.
Ghurhai 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 Shahabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghurhai
According to the 2011 Census, Ghurhai village had a total population of 352 people, including 196 males and 156 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 796 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.48%, with male literacy at 64.74% and female literacy at 37.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 252.
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 | 352 | 196 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 144 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 101 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 95 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Ghurhai
Ghurhai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Atarjee Sisala | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Narsiya Mau | South | 1.33 km |
| Piprola | North | 1.57 km |
| Gopalpur | West | 1.58 km |
| Atarjee Panchsala | West | 1.83 km |
| Dariyapur Balbhadra | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Khempur | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Agampur | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Kachheliya Sisala | South | 3.24 km |
| Feerojpur | North-West | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghurhai
Ghurhai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sharma, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Hardoi to Ghurhai is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghurhai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghurhai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghurhai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghurhai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghurhai
Where is Ghurhai located?
Ghurhai village is located in Shahabad Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghurhai?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghurhai is Agampur Dhurhai.
What is the pincode of Ghurhai?
The pincode of Ghurhai is 241123.
What is the population of Ghurhai?
Ghurhai had a total population of 352, including 196 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Ghurhai?
Ghurhai had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghurhai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghurhai was 52.48%. Male literacy was 64.74% and female literacy was 37.30%.