Garaun - Jainti, Almora
Garaun is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Ganau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garaun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garaun is 053491. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.89 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Garaun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garaun
As per Census 2011, Garaun village has a total population of 231 people, consisting of 109 males and 122 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,119 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 169 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garaun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 231 | 109 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 24 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Garaun
Garaun 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 Garaun
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Garaun.
| 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 Garaun is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garaun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garaun 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garaun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garaun 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 Garaun
Where is Garaun located?
Garaun village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garaun?
The Gram Panchayat of Garaun is Ganau.
What is the pincode of Garaun?
The pincode of Garaun is 263626.
What is the population of Garaun?
Garaun has a total population of 231, including 109 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Garaun?
There are 47 households in Garaun.
What is the literacy rate in Garaun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garaun is 73.16%. Male literacy is 77.98% and female literacy is 68.85%.