Gurrah (cloth)

Gurrah, also spelled Gurra, refers to a coarse, plain-woven cotton cloth traditionally produced in India, particularly in the Bengal region. It was often used for lower-quality clothing, linings, and as a base cloth for printing or dyeing. Gurrah was typically unbleached or lightly bleached and known for its durability and affordability, making it a common fabric among poorer populations. While its specific characteristics varied regionally, it generally lacked the fineness and finish of more expensive cotton textiles. The term is less commonly used today, as industrial textile production has largely replaced traditional handloom weaving of this type of cloth.