Gurchholi - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Gurchholi is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 99 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Gaunwli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurchholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurchholi is 043244. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.54 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Gurchholi 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 Gurchholi
As per Census 2011, Gurchholi village has a total population of 115 people, consisting of 52 males and 63 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,211 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 38 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurchholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 115 | 52 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 42 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 11 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Gurchholi
Gurchholi 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 Gurchholi
Gurchholi 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 5-10 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 Srinagar to Gurchholi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gurchholi is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurchholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurchholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gurchholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurchholi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gurchholi
Where is Gurchholi located?
Gurchholi village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurchholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurchholi is Gaunwli.
What is the pincode of Gurchholi?
The pincode of Gurchholi is 249161.
What is the population of Gurchholi?
Gurchholi has a total population of 115, including 52 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Gurchholi?
There are 28 households in Gurchholi.
What is the literacy rate in Gurchholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurchholi is 66.96%. Male literacy is 78.85% and female literacy is 57.14%.