Jurani - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Jurani is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Bhetsem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jurani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jurani is 042091. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.05 hectares and falls under the 246471 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Jurani 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 Jurani
According to the 2011 Census, Jurani village had a total population of 99 people, including 50 males and 49 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.95%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 83.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 6 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Jurani
Jurani 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 Jurani
Jurani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Jurani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jurani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jurani 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jurani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jurani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jurani
Where is Jurani located?
Jurani village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jurani?
The Gram Panchayat of Jurani is Bhetsem.
What is the pincode of Jurani?
The pincode of Jurani is 246471.
What is the population of Jurani?
Jurani had a total population of 99, including 50 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Jurani?
Jurani had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jurani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jurani was 91.95%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 83.72%.