Gudara - Rakkar, Kangra
Gudara is a village situated in the Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Chaplah Gudara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gudara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gudara is 010766. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 177043 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town.
Gudara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gudara
According to the 2011 Census, Gudara village had a total population of 241 people, including 131 males and 110 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.79%, with male literacy at 93.22% and female literacy at 83.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97.
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 | 241 | 131 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 110 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 21 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Gudara
Gudara 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 Gudara
Gudara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Gudara is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gudara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gudara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gudara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gudara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gudara
Where is Gudara located?
Gudara village is located in Rakkar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gudara?
The Gram Panchayat of Gudara is Chaplah Gudara.
What is the pincode of Gudara?
The pincode of Gudara is 177043.
What is the population of Gudara?
Gudara had a total population of 241, including 131 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Gudara?
Gudara had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gudara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudara was 88.79%. Male literacy was 93.22% and female literacy was 83.33%.