Ghurwakhera
Ghurwakhera is a village located in Kanpur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Kanpur Sadar (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Kanpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Ghurwakhera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghurwakhera unique in its vibrant Kanpur-Kanpur Nagar region. You’ll see Ghurwakhera’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 Ghurwakhera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghurwakhera is 150446. The village spans a total geographical area of 214.64 hectares. Kanpur is nearest town to Ghurwakhera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Ghurwakhera
Population of Ghurwakhera
According to the 2011 Census, Ghurwakhera has a total population of about 2,080, with approximately 1,095 males and 985 females. The sex ratio is around 899 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 287 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 557 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 60.87%, with male literacy at about 66.76% and female literacy near 54.31%. There are around 406 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghurwakhera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,080 | 1,095 | 985 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 147 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 557 | 279 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,266 | 731 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 814 | 364 | 450 |
Connectivity of Ghurwakhera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghurwakhera. As per the 2011 stats, Ghurwakhera 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 Ghurwakhera
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghurwakhera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghurwakhera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghurwakhera
- Where is Ghurwakhera located?
- Ghurwakhera village is situated in Kanpur Tehsil, within the Kanpur Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghurwakhera?
- Ghurwakhera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ghurwakhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghurwakhera is 2,080, with 1,095 males and 985 females.
- How many households are there in Ghurwakhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghurwakhera village has a total of 406 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghurwakhera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghurwakhera is 60.87%. The male literacy rate is 66.76%, while the female literacy rate is 54.31%.