Gurekra
Gurekra is a village located in Thathri tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Thathri (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Chagsoo is the gram panchayat of Gurekra village.
Gurekra has its own place in the vibrant Doda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gurekra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurekra is 004260. The village spans a total geographical area of 77.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182201. Doda is nearest town to Gurekra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gurekra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Gurekra
Below is a concise population overview of Gurekra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 385 | 199 | 186 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 42 | 35 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 384 | 199 | 185 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 210 | 136 | 74 |
Illiterate Population | 175 | 63 | 112 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gurekra village:
- The total population of Gurekra village is around 385, including approximately 199 males and 186 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Gurekra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gurekra village has 384 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Gurekra village is about 54.55%, with male literacy at 68.34% and female literacy at 39.78%.
- There are around 70 households in Gurekra village.
Connectivity of Gurekra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurekra. As per the 2011 stats, Gurekra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurekra
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurekra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurekra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurekra
- Where is Gurekra located?
- Gurekra village is situated in Thathri Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurekra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurekra is Chagsoo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gurekra?
- The pincode of Gurekra is 182201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurekra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurekra is 385, with 199 males and 186 females.
- How many households are there in Gurekra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurekra village has a total of 70 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurekra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurekra is 54.55%. The male literacy rate is 68.34%, while the female literacy rate is 39.78%.