Ligurani - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Ligurani 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 107 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Lingurani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ligurani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ligurani is 049726. The village covers a total geographical area of 182 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Ligurani 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 Ligurani
According to the 2011 Census, Ligurani village had a total population of 255 people, including 100 males and 155 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,550 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.26%, with male literacy at 92.94% and female literacy at 72.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 255 | 100 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 79 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 21 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Ligurani
Ligurani 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 Ligurani
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ligurani.
| 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 Ligurani is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Ligurani is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ligurani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ligurani 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 Ligurani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ligurani 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 Ligurani
Where is Ligurani located?
Ligurani village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ligurani?
The Gram Panchayat of Ligurani is Lingurani.
What is the pincode of Ligurani?
The pincode of Ligurani is 262531.
What is the population of Ligurani?
Ligurani had a total population of 255, including 100 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Ligurani?
Ligurani had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ligurani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ligurani was 80.26%. Male literacy was 92.94% and female literacy was 72.73%.