Gujeta - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Gujeta is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 82 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Gujetha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gujeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gujeta is 043239. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.03 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gujeta 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 Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gujeta
According to the 2011 Census, Gujeta village had a total population of 230 people, including 113 males and 117 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.94%, with male literacy at 92.93% and female literacy at 63.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
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 | 230 | 113 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 92 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 21 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Gujeta
Gujeta 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 Gujeta
Public transport in the Gujeta is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Gujeta is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gujeta is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gujeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gujeta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gujeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gujeta 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gujeta
Where is Gujeta located?
Gujeta village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gujeta?
The Gram Panchayat of Gujeta is Gujetha.
What is the pincode of Gujeta?
The pincode of Gujeta is 249161.
What is the population of Gujeta?
Gujeta had a total population of 230, including 113 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Gujeta?
Gujeta had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gujeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gujeta was 77.94%. Male literacy was 92.93% and female literacy was 63.81%.