Guga - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Guga is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Rit serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guga is 011284. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.27 hectares and falls under the 176096 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Guga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guga
According to the 2011 Census, Guga village had a total population of 113 people, including 52 males and 61 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,173 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.26%, with male literacy at 98.00% and female literacy at 94.74%.
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 | 113 | 52 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 49 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 3 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Guga
Guga 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 Guga
Guga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Guga is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Guga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Guga
Where is Guga located?
Guga village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Guga?
The Gram Panchayat of Guga is Rit.
What is the pincode of Guga?
The pincode of Guga is 176096.
What is the population of Guga?
Guga had a total population of 113, including 52 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Guga?
Guga had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guga was 96.26%. Male literacy was 98.00% and female literacy was 94.74%.