Gurari - Mori, Uttarkashi
Gurari is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 174 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Gurari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurari is 040257. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.43 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Gurari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gurari
According to the 2011 Census, Gurari village had a total population of 423 people, including 206 males and 217 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.47%, with male literacy at 91.11% and female literacy at 61.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 423 | 206 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 164 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 42 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Gurari
Gurari 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 Gurari
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gurari.
| 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 Barkot to Gurari is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Gurari is about 174 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gurari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurari 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 Gurari
Where is Gurari located?
Gurari village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gurari?
Gurari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gurari?
The pincode of Gurari is 249128.
What is the population of Gurari?
Gurari had a total population of 423, including 206 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Gurari?
Gurari had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurari was 75.47%. Male literacy was 91.11% and female literacy was 61.03%.