Gugali - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Gugali is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Gugali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gugali is 042286. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.64 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Gugali 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 Gugali
According to the 2011 Census, Gugali village had a total population of 114 people, including 46 males and 68 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,478 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.14%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 63.08%.
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 | 114 | 46 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 6 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Gugali
Gugali 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 Gugali
Gugali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Rudraprayag to Gugali is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gugali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gugali 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 Gugali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gugali 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 Gugali
Where is Gugali located?
Gugali village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gugali?
Gugali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gugali?
The pincode of Gugali is 246425.
What is the population of Gugali?
Gugali had a total population of 114, including 46 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Gugali?
Gugali had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gugali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gugali was 77.14%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 63.08%.