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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Ghurhai village has a total population of 352 people, consisting of 196 males and 156 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 795 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 148 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghurhai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 352 | 196 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 144 | 108 |
| 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 has a total population of 352, including 196 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Ghurhai?
There are 73 households in Ghurhai.
What is the literacy rate in Ghurhai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghurhai is 42.05%. Male literacy is 51.53% and female literacy is 30.13%.