Guradah - Obra, Sonbhadra
Guradah is a village situated in the Obra tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Robertsganj and around 15 km from Sonbhadra. Guradah village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guradah is 214013. The village covers a total geographical area of 1830.56 hectares and falls under the 231205 pincode.
Guradah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Obra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guradah
As per Census 2011, Guradah village has a total population of 3,133 people, consisting of 1,644 males and 1,489 females. The village has 539 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 665 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,202 literate and 1,931 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,417 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guradah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,133 | 1,644 | 1,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 665 | 352 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,417 | 752 | 665 |
| Literate Population | 1,202 | 811 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,931 | 833 | 1,098 |
Nearby Villages of Guradah
Guradah 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aluar | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Bhbhaech | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Beejaura | South | 3.78 km |
| Kargara | South | 3.89 km |
| Chihurali | East | 3.93 km |
| Karki | East | 4.06 km |
| Barganwa | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Belaha | East | 4.75 km |
| Baghanar | East | 5.27 km |
| Judauri Pardhan | North-West | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guradah
Public transport in the Guradah is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Agori Khas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sonbhadra to Guradah is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guradah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guradah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Guradah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guradah 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 Guradah
Where is Guradah located?
Guradah village is located in Obra Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guradah?
Guradah is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Guradah?
The pincode of Guradah is 231205.
What is the population of Guradah?
Guradah has a total population of 3,133, including 1,644 males and 1,489 females.
How many households are there in Guradah?
There are 539 households in Guradah.
What is the literacy rate in Guradah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guradah is 38.37%. Male literacy is 49.33% and female literacy is 26.26%.