Kuja Gunth - Bhanoli, Almora
Kuja Gunth is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kunj Gonth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuja Gunth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuja Gunth is 053545. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.2 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Kuja Gunth 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 Kuja Gunth
According to the 2011 Census, Kuja Gunth village had a total population of 180 people, including 73 males and 107 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,466 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.16%, with male literacy at 88.71% and female literacy at 66.32%.
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 | 180 | 73 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 55 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 18 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Kuja Gunth
Kuja Gunth 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 Kuja Gunth
Kuja Gunth is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Kuja Gunth is about 36 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 Kuja Gunth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuja Gunth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kuja Gunth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuja Gunth 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kuja Gunth
Where is Kuja Gunth located?
Kuja Gunth village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuja Gunth?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuja Gunth is Kunj Gonth.
What is the pincode of Kuja Gunth?
The pincode of Kuja Gunth is 263623.
What is the population of Kuja Gunth?
Kuja Gunth had a total population of 180, including 73 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Kuja Gunth?
Kuja Gunth had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuja Gunth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuja Gunth was 75.16%. Male literacy was 88.71% and female literacy was 66.32%.