Naikana Gunth - Bhanoli, Almora
Naikana Gunth is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Aati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naikana Gunth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naikana Gunth is 053644. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.48 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Naikana Gunth 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 Naikana Gunth
According to the 2011 Census, Naikana Gunth village had a total population of 109 people, including 49 males and 60 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,224 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 68.00%.
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 | 109 | 49 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 11 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Naikana Gunth
Naikana 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 Naikana Gunth
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Naikana Gunth.
| 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 Naikana Gunth is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naikana Gunth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naikana Gunth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naikana 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 Naikana 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Naikana Gunth
Where is Naikana Gunth located?
Naikana Gunth village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naikana Gunth?
The Gram Panchayat of Naikana Gunth is Aati.
What is the pincode of Naikana Gunth?
The pincode of Naikana Gunth is 263623.
What is the population of Naikana Gunth?
Naikana Gunth had a total population of 109, including 49 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Naikana Gunth?
Naikana Gunth had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naikana Gunth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naikana Gunth was 80.00%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 68.00%.