Gurguti - Joshimath, Chamoli
Gurguti is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 157 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Mehargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurguti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurguti is 040890. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.91 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Gurguti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gurguti
As per Census 2011, Gurguti village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 147 males and 103 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 700 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurguti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 147 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 16 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 73 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 74 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Gurguti
Gurguti 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 Gurguti
Gurguti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Joshimath to Gurguti is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Gurguti is about 157 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurguti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurguti 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gurguti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurguti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurguti
Where is Gurguti located?
Gurguti village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurguti?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurguti is Mehargaon.
What is the pincode of Gurguti?
The pincode of Gurguti is 246443.
What is the population of Gurguti?
Gurguti has a total population of 250, including 147 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Gurguti?
There are 101 households in Gurguti.
What is the literacy rate in Gurguti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurguti is 35.20%. Male literacy is 49.66% and female literacy is 14.56%.