Garurbasa - Hura, Purulia
Garurbasa is a village situated in the Hura subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3 km from Hura and around 26.6 km from Purulia. Daldali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garurbasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garurbasa is 330887. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.89 hectares and falls under the 723130 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Garurbasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manbazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garurbasa
According to the 2011 Census, Garurbasa village had a total population of 593 people, including 294 males and 299 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.75%, with male literacy at 88.30% and female literacy at 63.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 232.
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 | 593 | 294 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 109 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 234 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 60 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Garurbasa
Garurbasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Phuphundi | East | 1.60 km |
| Hura Keshabpur | West | 1.72 km |
| Kusumjuria | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Madhuban | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Chakalta | South | 2.55 km |
| Deuli | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Palma | West | 3.15 km |
| Bhagaband | South | 3.23 km |
| Palgan | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Kapasgora | South-West | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garurbasa
Garurbasa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bagalia, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.4 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Garurbasa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Garurbasa is about 26.6 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garurbasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garurbasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garurbasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garurbasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garurbasa
Where is Garurbasa located?
Garurbasa village is located in Hura Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garurbasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Garurbasa is Daldali.
What is the pincode of Garurbasa?
The pincode of Garurbasa is 723130.
What is the population of Garurbasa?
Garurbasa had a total population of 593, including 294 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Garurbasa?
Garurbasa had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garurbasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garurbasa was 75.75%. Male literacy was 88.30% and female literacy was 63.47%.