Gujrera - Harchakian, Kangra
Gujrera is a village situated in the Harchakian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Manai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gujrera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gujrera is 009291. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.24 hectares and falls under the 176210 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Gujrera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gujrera
According to the 2011 Census, Gujrera village had a total population of 167 people, including 92 males and 75 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 815 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.41%, with male literacy at 68.42% and female literacy at 55.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 167 | 92 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 84 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 52 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 40 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Gujrera
Gujrera 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 Gujrera
Gujrera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Gujrera is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gujrera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gujrera 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gujrera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gujrera 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gujrera
Where is Gujrera located?
Gujrera village is located in Harchakian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gujrera?
The Gram Panchayat of Gujrera is Manai.
What is the pincode of Gujrera?
The pincode of Gujrera is 176210.
What is the population of Gujrera?
Gujrera had a total population of 167, including 92 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Gujrera?
Gujrera had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gujrera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gujrera was 62.41%. Male literacy was 68.42% and female literacy was 55.38%.