Gurchholi
Gurchholi is a village located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 99km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Gaunwli is the gram panchayat of Gurchholi village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurchholi unique in its vibrant Devprayag-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Gurchholi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gurchholi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurchholi is 043244. The village spans a total geographical area of 74.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 241119. Srinagar is nearest town to Gurchholi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gurchholi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gurchholi
Population of Gurchholi
According to the 2011 Census, Gurchholi has a total population of about 115, with approximately 52 males and 63 females. The sex ratio is around 1211 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 16 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 96 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.96%, with male literacy at about 78.85% and female literacy near 57.14%. There are around 28 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurchholi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 115 | 52 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 42 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 11 | 27 |
Connectivity of Gurchholi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurchholi. As per the 2011 stats, Gurchholi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurchholi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurchholi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurchholi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurchholi
- Where is Gurchholi located?
- Gurchholi village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurchholi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurchholi is Gaunwli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gurchholi?
- The pincode of Gurchholi is 241119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurchholi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurchholi is 115, with 52 males and 63 females.
- How many households are there in Gurchholi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurchholi village has a total of 28 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurchholi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurchholi is 66.96%. The male literacy rate is 78.85%, while the female literacy rate is 57.14%.