Gauna - Lamgada, Almora
Gauna is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Almora and around 35 km from Almora. Gauna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauna is 053181. The village covers a total geographical area of 359.16 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gauna 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 Gauna
According to the 2011 Census, Gauna village had a total population of 525 people, including 240 males and 285 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,188 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.36%, with male literacy at 92.42% and female literacy at 66.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 236.
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 | 525 | 240 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 119 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 183 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 57 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Gauna
Gauna 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 Gauna
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gauna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Gauna is about 35 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 Gauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauna 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gauna
Where is Gauna located?
Gauna village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gauna?
Gauna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gauna?
The pincode of Gauna is 263625.
What is the population of Gauna?
Gauna had a total population of 525, including 240 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Gauna?
Gauna had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauna was 78.36%. Male literacy was 92.42% and female literacy was 66.80%.