Guridi - Jhalda - I, Purulia
Guridi is a village situated in the Jhalda - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.6 km from Jhalda and around 44.9 km from Purulia. Kalma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guridi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guridi is 331265. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.64 hectares and falls under the 723202 pincode. Jhalda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Guridi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Guridi
As per Census 2011, Guridi village has a total population of 415 people, consisting of 201 males and 214 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guridi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 415 | 201 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 24 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 242 | 147 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 54 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Guridi
Guridi 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 Guridi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Guridi. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Guridi.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhalda to Guridi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Guridi is about 44.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guridi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guridi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guridi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guridi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Guridi
Where is Guridi located?
Guridi village is located in Jhalda - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guridi?
The Gram Panchayat of Guridi is Kalma.
What is the pincode of Guridi?
The pincode of Guridi is 723202.
What is the population of Guridi?
Guridi has a total population of 415, including 201 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Guridi?
There are 71 households in Guridi.
What is the literacy rate in Guridi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guridi is 58.31%. Male literacy is 73.13% and female literacy is 44.39%.