Gur Khura - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Gur Khura is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Gur Khura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gur Khura is 056262. The village covers a total geographical area of 282.54 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gur Khura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khatima Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gur Khura
According to the 2011 Census, Gur Khura village had a total population of 1,047 people, including 507 males and 540 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.36%, with male literacy at 90.70% and female literacy at 71.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 846.
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 | 1,047 | 507 | 540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 66 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 846 | 398 | 448 |
| Literate Population | 753 | 400 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 107 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Gur Khura
Gur Khura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gur Khura
Gur Khura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gur Khura.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Gur Khura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Gur Khura is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gur Khura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gur Khura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gur Khura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gur Khura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gur Khura
Where is Gur Khura located?
Gur Khura village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gur Khura?
Gur Khura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gur Khura?
The pincode of Gur Khura is 262308.
What is the population of Gur Khura?
Gur Khura had a total population of 1,047, including 507 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Gur Khura?
Gur Khura had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gur Khura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gur Khura was 80.36%. Male literacy was 90.70% and female literacy was 71.17%.