Gulal Jhariya - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Gulal Jhariya is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Gulaljhariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gulal Jhariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulal Jhariya is 214227. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.38 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gulal Jhariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gulal Jhariya
As per Census 2011, Gulal Jhariya village has a total population of 1,390 people, consisting of 714 males and 676 females. The village has 250 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 240 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 694 literate and 696 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 882 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gulal Jhariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,390 | 714 | 676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 125 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 882 | 441 | 441 |
| Literate Population | 694 | 452 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 262 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Gulal Jhariya
Gulal Jhariya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karri | South | 1.97 km |
| Jharo Khurd | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Dumar Diha | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Japala | East | 3.51 km |
| Rannu | South-East | 4.33 km |
| Kadal | North | 4.34 km |
| Karamdand | West | 4.80 km |
| Dumhan | North | 4.97 km |
| Jharo Kala | North-West | 4.98 km |
| Dhanaura | East | 5.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gulal Jhariya
Gulal Jhariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sonbhadra to Gulal Jhariya is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Gulal Jhariya is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gulal Jhariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulal Jhariya 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 Gulal Jhariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulal Jhariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gulal Jhariya
Where is Gulal Jhariya located?
Gulal Jhariya village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gulal Jhariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Gulal Jhariya is Gulaljhariya.
What is the pincode of Gulal Jhariya?
The pincode of Gulal Jhariya is 231208.
What is the population of Gulal Jhariya?
Gulal Jhariya has a total population of 1,390, including 714 males and 676 females.
How many households are there in Gulal Jhariya?
There are 250 households in Gulal Jhariya.
What is the literacy rate in Gulal Jhariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulal Jhariya is 49.93%. Male literacy is 63.31% and female literacy is 35.80%.