Gurgurani Dashauni - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Gurgurani Dashauni is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kaleti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurgurani Dashauni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurgurani Dashauni is 049618. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.86 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Gurgurani Dashauni 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 Gurgurani Dashauni
According to the 2011 Census, Gurgurani Dashauni village had a total population of 119 people, including 59 males and 60 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.69%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 66.04%.
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 | 119 | 59 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 51 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 8 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Gurgurani Dashauni
Gurgurani Dashauni 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 Gurgurani Dashauni
Public transport in the Gurgurani Dashauni is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Gurgurani Dashauni is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Gurgurani Dashauni is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurgurani Dashauni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurgurani Dashauni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gurgurani Dashauni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurgurani Dashauni 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 Gurgurani Dashauni
Where is Gurgurani Dashauni located?
Gurgurani Dashauni village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gurgurani Dashauni?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurgurani Dashauni is Kaleti.
What is the pincode of Gurgurani Dashauni?
The pincode of Gurgurani Dashauni is 262531.
What is the population of Gurgurani Dashauni?
Gurgurani Dashauni had a total population of 119, including 59 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Gurgurani Dashauni?
Gurgurani Dashauni had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurgurani Dashauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurgurani Dashauni was 82.69%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 66.04%.