Gulriha - Purwa, Unnao
Gulriha is a village situated in the Purwa tehsil of Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purwa and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Unnao. Gulriha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulriha is 142666. The village covers a total geographical area of 2451.8 hectares and falls under the 209866 pincode. Maurawa is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gulriha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gulriha
According to the 2011 Census, Gulriha village had a total population of 12,482 people, including 6,492 males and 5,990 females, living in 2,300 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.04%, with male literacy at 70.04% and female literacy at 51.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,947, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,482 | 6,492 | 5,990 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,780 | 938 | 842 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,947 | 2,012 | 1,935 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6,533 | 3,890 | 2,643 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,949 | 2,602 | 3,347 |
Nearby Villages of Gulriha
Gulriha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Majra | South | 3.50 km |
| Gojhari | East | 3.56 km |
| Paho | West | 3.69 km |
| Bhitar Gaon | South | 4.50 km |
| Bisara | North | 4.53 km |
| Lotna | North-West | 4.54 km |
| Basigawan | South-East | 4.61 km |
| Saguni | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Naugowan | South-East | 4.76 km |
| Madanapur | South-West | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gulriha
Gulriha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Raghuraj Singh, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maurawa to Gulriha is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Unnao to Gulriha is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gulriha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulriha 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gulriha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulriha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gulriha
Where is Gulriha located?
Gulriha village is located in Purwa Tehsil, Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gulriha?
Gulriha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gulriha?
The pincode of Gulriha is 209866.
What is the population of Gulriha?
Gulriha had a total population of 12,482, including 6,492 males and 5,990 females.
How many households are there in Gulriha?
Gulriha had 2,300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gulriha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulriha was 61.04%. Male literacy was 70.04% and female literacy was 51.34%.