Gururbad - Barjora, Bankura
Gururbad is a village situated in the Barjora subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Hat-asuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gururbad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gururbad is 327246. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.06 hectares and falls under the 722204 pincode. Durgapur is the nearest town.
Gururbad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gururbad
As per Census 2011, Gururbad village has a total population of 911 people, consisting of 489 males and 422 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 611 literate and 300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gururbad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 911 | 489 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 60 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 82 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 341 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 148 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Gururbad
Gururbad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotalpukur | South-East | 0.79 km |
| Behargarya | North | 0.87 km |
| Numuigarya | West | 0.94 km |
| Chandai | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Dewangarya | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Prayagpur | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Radhaballavpur | South | 1.50 km |
| Kusumgarya | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Uttar Pearbera | East | 1.88 km |
| Mahidhara | South-West | 1.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gururbad
Public transport in the Gururbad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajbandh, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Gururbad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gururbad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gururbad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gururbad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gururbad
Where is Gururbad located?
Gururbad village is located in Barjora Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gururbad?
The Gram Panchayat of Gururbad is Hat-asuria.
What is the pincode of Gururbad?
The pincode of Gururbad is 722204.
What is the population of Gururbad?
Gururbad has a total population of 911, including 489 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Gururbad?
There are 222 households in Gururbad.
What is the literacy rate in Gururbad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gururbad is 67.07%. Male literacy is 69.73% and female literacy is 63.98%.