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 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 Gurchholi
According to the 2011 Census, Gurchholi village had a total population of 115 people, including 52 males and 63 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,212 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 91.11% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
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 | 115 | 52 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 42 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 115, including 52 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Gurchholi?
Gurchholi had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurchholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurchholi was 77.78%. Male literacy was 91.11% and female literacy was 66.67%.