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.

Gurghiya has its own place in the vibrant Shahjahanpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Gurghiya

Below is a concise population overview of Gurghiya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gurghiya village:

  • The total population of Gurghiya village is around 1,391, including approximately 751 males and 640 females, with a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 193 children aged 0–6 years in Gurghiya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gurghiya village has 592 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gurghiya village is about 49.17%, with male literacy at 55.66% and female literacy at 41.56%.
  • There are around 267 households in Gurghiya village.

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.

Hitauti Hitauta Sihura Khurd Kalan Tandola Muradpur Nibiakhera Nadautha Hansram Mahuwa Pimairi Singpur Mu Saharu Saharu Mu Singhpur Sitapur Karhaiyamaichaknk Nadautha

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%.