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.
Here you can discover what makes Gurwal unique in its vibrant Ghorawal-Sonbhadra region. You’ll see Gurwal’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 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.
Google Map of Gurwal
Population of Gurwal
According to the 2011 Census, Gurwal has a total population of about 1,636, with approximately 844 males and 792 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 300 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,051 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 51.53%, with male literacy at about 61.97% and female literacy near 40.40%. There are around 345 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.