Garuriya - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Garuriya is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 61 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Gaurikund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garuriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garuriya is 042054. The village covers a total geographical area of 1.49 hectares and falls under the 246445 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 89 km away.
Garuriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garuriya
As per Census 2011, Garuriya village has a total population of 10 people. The village has 2 households. The village has 10 literate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garuriya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10 | 10 | - |
| Literate Population | 10 | 10 | - |
Nearby Villages of Garuriya
Garuriya 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 Garuriya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Garuriya.
| 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 Rudraprayag to Garuriya is about 89 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garuriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garuriya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garuriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garuriya 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garuriya
Where is Garuriya located?
Garuriya village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garuriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Garuriya is Gaurikund.
What is the pincode of Garuriya?
The pincode of Garuriya is 246445.
How many households are there in Garuriya?
There are 2 households in Garuriya.