Gurghiya
Gurghiya is a village located in Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Powayan (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Shahjahanpur. As per 2009 stats, Gurghiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gurghiya unique in its vibrant Powayan-Shahjahanpur region. You’ll see Gurghiya’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 Gurghiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurghiya is 132858. The village spans a total geographical area of 135.31 hectares. Shahjahanpur is nearest town to Gurghiya village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gurghiya
Population of Gurghiya
According to the 2011 Census, Gurghiya has a total population of about 1,391, with approximately 751 males and 640 females. The sex ratio is around 852 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 193 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 592 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 49.17%, with male literacy at about 55.66% and female literacy near 41.56%. There are around 267 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurghiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,391 | 751 | 640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 96 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 592 | 327 | 265 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 684 | 418 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 333 | 374 |
Connectivity of Gurghiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurghiya. As per the 2011 stats, Gurghiya 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 Gurghiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurghiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurghiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurghiya
- Where is Gurghiya located?
- Gurghiya village is situated in Powayan Tehsil, within the Shahjahanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurghiya?
- Gurghiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gurghiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurghiya is 1,391, with 751 males and 640 females.
- How many households are there in Gurghiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurghiya village has a total of 267 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurghiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurghiya is 49.17%. The male literacy rate is 55.66%, while the female literacy rate is 41.56%.