Gurwalia - Kasya, Kushinagar
Gurwalia is a village situated in the Kasya tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasya and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Gurwalia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurwalia is 189281. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.81 hectares and falls under the 274401 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 365 km away.
Gurwalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fazilnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Deoria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurwalia
As per Census 2011, Gurwalia village has a total population of 4,162 people, consisting of 2,145 males and 2,017 females. The village has 567 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 611 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,550 literate and 1,612 illiterate residents. Additionally, 500 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 117 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurwalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,162 | 2,145 | 2,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 611 | 311 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 500 | 263 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 64 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 2,550 | 1,520 | 1,030 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,612 | 625 | 987 |
Nearby Villages of Gurwalia
Gurwalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gaura Khor | East | 1.36 km |
| Semara | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Purandarpur | North | 1.49 km |
| Dehwa Patti | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Kripa Patti | South | 1.51 km |
| Rajwa Bar | South | 1.92 km |
| Bhuswalia | East | 2.14 km |
| Mahason | North | 2.33 km |
| Hata | East | 2.43 km |
| Lav Kush Pashchim Patti | North-East | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurwalia
Public transport in the Gurwalia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chaf Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushinagar to Gurwalia is about 365 km, with a usual travel time of around ~10.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Gurwalia is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurwalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurwalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gurwalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurwalia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurwalia
Where is Gurwalia located?
Gurwalia village is located in Kasya Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurwalia?
Gurwalia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gurwalia?
The pincode of Gurwalia is 274401.
What is the population of Gurwalia?
Gurwalia has a total population of 4,162, including 2,145 males and 2,017 females.
How many households are there in Gurwalia?
There are 567 households in Gurwalia.
What is the literacy rate in Gurwalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurwalia is 61.27%. Male literacy is 70.86% and female literacy is 51.07%.