Gurguti
Gurguti is a village located in Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 90km away from sub-district headquarter Joshimath (tehsildar office) and 157km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Mehargaon is the gram panchayat of Gurguti village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurguti unique in its vibrant Joshimath-Chamoli region. You’ll see Gurguti’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gurguti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurguti is 040890. The village spans a total geographical area of 16.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246443. Joshimath is nearest town to Gurguti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 90km away.
Google Map of Gurguti
Population of Gurguti
According to the 2011 Census, Gurguti has a total population of about 250, with approximately 147 males and 103 females. The sex ratio is around 700 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 54 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 27. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.20%, with male literacy at about 49.66% and female literacy near 14.56%. There are around 101 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurguti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 147 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 16 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 73 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 74 | 88 |
Connectivity of Gurguti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurguti. As per the 2011 stats, Gurguti had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurguti
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurguti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurguti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurguti
- Where is Gurguti located?
- Gurguti village is situated in Joshimath Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurguti?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurguti is Mehargaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gurguti?
- The pincode of Gurguti is 246443, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurguti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurguti is 250, with 147 males and 103 females.
- How many households are there in Gurguti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurguti village has a total of 101 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurguti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurguti is 35.20%. The male literacy rate is 49.66%, while the female literacy rate is 14.56%.