Gurchaha - Puranpur, Pilibhit
Gurchaha is a village situated in the Puranpur tehsil of Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puranpur and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Pilibhit. Piparia Majhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurchaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurchaha is 132549. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.27 hectares and falls under the 262122 pincode. Puranpur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Gurchaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Puranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pilibhit Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurchaha
According to the 2011 Census, Gurchaha village had a total population of 53 people, including 26 males and 27 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.91%, with male literacy at 77.27% and female literacy at 70.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Gurchaha
Gurchaha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaleshwar Urf Jagatpur | South-West | 0.87 km |
| Birahampur | South | 1.42 km |
| Rampur T. Majhara | West | 1.69 km |
| Andabojhi | North | 1.83 km |
| Marha T. Majhara | South | 2.03 km |
| Kajari Niranjanpur | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Dundwa | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Kajara | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Tajpur | South | 2.55 km |
| Piparia Majhara | North-West | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurchaha
Public transport in the Gurchaha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sehramau, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.2 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puranpur to Gurchaha is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pilibhit to Gurchaha is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurchaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurchaha 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 Gurchaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurchaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gurchaha
Where is Gurchaha located?
Gurchaha village is located in Puranpur Tehsil, Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurchaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurchaha is Piparia Majhara.
What is the pincode of Gurchaha?
The pincode of Gurchaha is 262122.
What is the population of Gurchaha?
Gurchaha had a total population of 53, including 26 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Gurchaha?
Gurchaha had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurchaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurchaha was 73.91%. Male literacy was 77.27% and female literacy was 70.83%.