Vurgarh - Bageshwar
Vurgarh is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Selta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vurgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vurgarh is 050911. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.04 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Vurgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vurgarh
As per Census 2011, Vurgarh village has a total population of 77 people, consisting of 31 males and 46 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,483 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 63 literate and 14 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vurgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 77 | 31 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 25 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Vurgarh
Vurgarh 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 Vurgarh
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Vurgarh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Vurgarh is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vurgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vurgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vurgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vurgarh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vurgarh
Where is Vurgarh located?
Vurgarh village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vurgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Vurgarh is Selta.
What is the pincode of Vurgarh?
The pincode of Vurgarh is 263642.
What is the population of Vurgarh?
Vurgarh has a total population of 77, including 31 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Vurgarh?
There are 20 households in Vurgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Vurgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vurgarh is 81.82%. Male literacy is 80.65% and female literacy is 82.61%.