Gurana - Un, Shamli
Gurana is a village situated in the Un tehsil of Shamli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Shamli and around 48 km from Muzaffarnagar. Gurana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurana is 110681. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.57 hectares and falls under the 247777 pincode. Thana Bhawan is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gurana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thana bhawan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kairana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurana
As per Census 2011, Gurana village has a total population of 1,804 people, consisting of 932 males and 872 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 329 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 897 literate and 907 illiterate residents. Additionally, 256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,804 | 932 | 872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 181 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 144 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 897 | 546 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 907 | 386 | 521 |
Nearby Villages of Gurana
Gurana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gurana
Gurana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gurana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thana Bhawan to Gurana is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Muzaffarnagar to Gurana is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gurana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurana 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gurana
Where is Gurana located?
Gurana village is located in Un Tehsil, Shamli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurana?
Gurana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gurana?
The pincode of Gurana is 247777.
What is the population of Gurana?
Gurana has a total population of 1,804, including 932 males and 872 females.
How many households are there in Gurana?
There are 295 households in Gurana.
What is the literacy rate in Gurana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurana is 49.72%. Male literacy is 58.58% and female literacy is 40.25%.