Gurwal

Gurwal is a village located in Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Ghorawal (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Sonbhadra. As per 2009 stats, Gurwal village is also a gram panchayat.

Gurwal has its own place in the vibrant Sonbhadra 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 Gurwal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurwal is 213234. The village spans a total geographical area of 907.94 hectares. Sonbhadra is nearest town to Gurwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Gurwal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,636 844 792
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 300 145 155
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,051 539 512
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 843 523 320
Illiterate Population 793 321 472

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

  • The total population of Gurwal village is around 1,636, including approximately 844 males and 792 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 300 children aged 0–6 years in Gurwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gurwal village has 1,051 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gurwal village is about 51.53%, with male literacy at 61.97% and female literacy at 40.40%.
  • There are around 345 households in Gurwal village.

Connectivity of Gurwal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurwal. As per the 2011 stats, Gurwal 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gurwal

Knowing the nearby villages of Gurwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurwal.

Garama Khirahata Domakhri Bandha Barauli Dhura Kund Chigori Koladiha Lilwahi Chandwa Majhgawan Chauhan

Frequently Asked Questions about Gurwal

Where is Gurwal located?
Gurwal village is situated in Ghorawal Tehsil, within the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurwal?
Gurwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gurwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurwal is 1,636, with 844 males and 792 females.
How many households are there in Gurwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gurwal village has a total of 345 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurwal is 51.53%. The male literacy rate is 61.97%, while the female literacy rate is 40.40%.