Gujraura - Haldwani, Nainital
Gujraura is a village situated in the Haldwani tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haldwani and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Gujrauda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gujraura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gujraura is 055095. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.18 hectares and falls under the 263139 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gujraura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haldwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gujraura
As per Census 2011, Gujraura village has a total population of 752 people, consisting of 380 males and 372 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 458 literate and 294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gujraura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 752 | 380 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 87 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 261 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 119 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Gujraura
Gujraura 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 Gujraura
Gujraura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gujraura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haldwani to Gujraura is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Gujraura is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gujraura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gujraura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gujraura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gujraura 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gujraura
Where is Gujraura located?
Gujraura village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gujraura?
The Gram Panchayat of Gujraura is Gujrauda.
What is the pincode of Gujraura?
The pincode of Gujraura is 263139.
What is the population of Gujraura?
Gujraura has a total population of 752, including 380 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Gujraura?
There are 136 households in Gujraura.
What is the literacy rate in Gujraura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gujraura is 60.90%. Male literacy is 68.68% and female literacy is 52.96%.