Guraina Rajwar - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Guraina Rajwar is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Pilkhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guraina Rajwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guraina Rajwar is 049730. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.8 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Guraina Rajwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guraina Rajwar
According to the 2011 Census, Guraina Rajwar village had a total population of 57 people, including 29 males and 28 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.19%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 70.37%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 2 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Guraina Rajwar
Guraina Rajwar 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 Guraina Rajwar
Public transport in the Guraina Rajwar 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 Didihat to Guraina Rajwar is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Guraina Rajwar is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guraina Rajwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guraina Rajwar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guraina Rajwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guraina Rajwar 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 Guraina Rajwar
Where is Guraina Rajwar located?
Guraina Rajwar village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Guraina Rajwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Guraina Rajwar is Pilkhi.
What is the pincode of Guraina Rajwar?
The pincode of Guraina Rajwar is 262531.
What is the population of Guraina Rajwar?
Guraina Rajwar had a total population of 57, including 29 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Guraina Rajwar?
Guraina Rajwar had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guraina Rajwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guraina Rajwar was 85.19%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 70.37%.