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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Gujeta village has a total population of 230 people, consisting of 113 males and 117 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 159 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gujeta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 230 | 113 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| 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 has a total population of 230, including 113 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Gujeta?
There are 53 households in Gujeta.
What is the literacy rate in Gujeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gujeta is 69.13%. Male literacy is 81.42% and female literacy is 57.26%.