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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Ligurani village has a total population of 255 people, consisting of 100 males and 155 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,550 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 72 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ligurani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 255 | 100 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| 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 has a total population of 255, including 100 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Ligurani?
There are 65 households in Ligurani.
What is the literacy rate in Ligurani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ligurani is 71.76%. Male literacy is 79.00% and female literacy is 67.10%.