Gangtari - Almora
Gangtari is a village situated in the Almora tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from Almora, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Ratkhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangtari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangtari is 053172. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.28 hectares and falls under the 263601 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gangtari 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangtari
According to the 2011 Census, Gangtari village had a total population of 43 people, including 16 males and 27 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,688 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.32%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 62.50%.
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 | 43 | 16 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 2 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Gangtari
Gangtari 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 Gangtari
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gangtari.
| 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 Almora to Gangtari is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangtari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangtari 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gangtari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangtari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gangtari
Where is Gangtari located?
Gangtari village is located in Almora Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gangtari?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangtari is Ratkhan.
What is the pincode of Gangtari?
The pincode of Gangtari is 263601.
What is the population of Gangtari?
Gangtari had a total population of 43, including 16 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Gangtari?
Gangtari had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangtari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangtari was 76.32%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 62.50%.