Ghurkuna - Bhanoli, Almora
Ghurkuna is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Matkanya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghurkuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghurkuna is 053567. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.69 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ghurkuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Ghurkuna
As per Census 2011, Ghurkuna village has a total population of 265 people, consisting of 121 males and 144 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,190 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 167 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 265 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghurkuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 265 | 121 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 121 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 92 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 29 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Ghurkuna
Ghurkuna 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 Ghurkuna
Public transport in the Ghurkuna is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Ghurkuna is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghurkuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghurkuna 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 Ghurkuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghurkuna 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 Ghurkuna
Where is Ghurkuna located?
Ghurkuna village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghurkuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghurkuna is Matkanya.
What is the pincode of Ghurkuna?
The pincode of Ghurkuna is 263623.
What is the population of Ghurkuna?
Ghurkuna has a total population of 265, including 121 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Ghurkuna?
There are 52 households in Ghurkuna.
What is the literacy rate in Ghurkuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghurkuna is 63.02%. Male literacy is 76.03% and female literacy is 52.08%.