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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Garaun
According to the 2011 Census, Garaun village had a total population of 231 people, including 109 males and 122 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.92%, with male literacy at 93.41% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 231 | 109 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 231, including 109 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Garaun?
Garaun had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garaun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garaun was 84.92%. Male literacy was 93.41% and female literacy was 77.78%.