Gulargojhi - Jaspur, Udham Singh Nagar
Gulargojhi is a village situated in the Jaspur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaspur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Gulargoji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gulargojhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulargojhi is 055703. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.97 hectares and falls under the 244712 pincode. Jaspur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gulargojhi 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 Jaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gulargojhi
According to the 2011 Census, Gulargojhi village had a total population of 799 people, including 416 males and 383 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.75%, with male literacy at 74.52% and female literacy at 49.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 343.
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 | 799 | 416 | 383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 184 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 272 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 144 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Gulargojhi
Gulargojhi 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 Gulargojhi
Public transport in the Gulargojhi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gulargojhi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaspur to Gulargojhi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Gulargojhi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gulargojhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulargojhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gulargojhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulargojhi 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 Gulargojhi
Where is Gulargojhi located?
Gulargojhi village is located in Jaspur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gulargojhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gulargojhi is Gulargoji.
What is the pincode of Gulargojhi?
The pincode of Gulargojhi is 244712.
What is the population of Gulargojhi?
Gulargojhi had a total population of 799, including 416 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Gulargojhi?
Gulargojhi had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gulargojhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulargojhi was 62.75%. Male literacy was 74.52% and female literacy was 49.85%.