Hurri - Bhatwari, Uttarkashi
Hurri is a village situated in the Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatwari and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Hurri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hurri is 040752. The village covers a total geographical area of 259.87 hectares and falls under the 249135 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Hurri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hurri
According to the 2011 Census, Hurri village had a total population of 313 people, including 172 males and 141 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 820 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.03%, with male literacy at 96.13% and female literacy at 66.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 313 | 172 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 149 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 23 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Hurri
Hurri 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 Hurri
Public transport in the Hurri is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarkashi to Hurri is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hurri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hurri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hurri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hurri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hurri
Where is Hurri located?
Hurri village is located in Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hurri?
Hurri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hurri?
The pincode of Hurri is 249135.
What is the population of Hurri?
Hurri had a total population of 313, including 172 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Hurri?
Hurri had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hurri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hurri was 83.03%. Male literacy was 96.13% and female literacy was 66.39%.