Gauli - Bhanoli, Almora
Gauli is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Gauli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauli is 053655. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.7 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Gauli 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 Gauli
According to the 2011 Census, Gauli village had a total population of 1,140 people, including 572 males and 568 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.64%, with male literacy at 93.78% and female literacy at 75.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 1,140 | 572 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 90 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 832 | 452 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 120 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Gauli
Gauli 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 Gauli
Public transport in the Gauli is mainly available through shared van 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 Almora to Gauli is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gauli
Where is Gauli located?
Gauli village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gauli?
Gauli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gauli?
The pincode of Gauli is 263622.
What is the population of Gauli?
Gauli had a total population of 1,140, including 572 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Gauli?
Gauli had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauli was 84.64%. Male literacy was 93.78% and female literacy was 75.85%.