Gurena - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Gurena is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Byati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurena is 049755. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.56 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Gurena 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 Gurena
According to the 2011 Census, Gurena village had a total population of 211 people, including 108 males and 103 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.58%, with male literacy at 98.82% and female literacy at 67.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 211 | 108 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 23 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 84 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 24 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Gurena
Gurena 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 Gurena
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gurena.
| 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 Gurena is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Gurena is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gurena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gurena
Where is Gurena located?
Gurena village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gurena?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurena is Byati.
What is the pincode of Gurena?
The pincode of Gurena is 262534.
What is the population of Gurena?
Gurena had a total population of 211, including 108 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Gurena?
Gurena had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurena was 82.58%. Male literacy was 98.82% and female literacy was 67.74%.