Gunsar - Bhikiasain, Almora
Gunsar is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from Bhikiyasain and around 117 km from Almora. Karakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunsar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunsar is 051784. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.79 hectares and falls under the 263667 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Gunsar 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunsar
According to the 2011 Census, Gunsar village had a total population of 32 people, including 16 males and 16 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.31%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Gunsar
Gunsar 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 Gunsar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gunsar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Gunsar is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Gunsar is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunsar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gunsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunsar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gunsar
Where is Gunsar located?
Gunsar village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gunsar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunsar is Karakot.
What is the pincode of Gunsar?
The pincode of Gunsar is 263667.
What is the population of Gunsar?
Gunsar had a total population of 32, including 16 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Gunsar?
Gunsar had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunsar was 79.31%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 66.67%.