Gangora - Ranikhet, Almora
Gangora is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Gangoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangora is 052394. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.5 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Gangora 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 Gangora
According to the 2011 Census, Gangora village had a total population of 560 people, including 293 males and 267 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.80%, with male literacy at 93.77% and female literacy at 71.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 264.
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 | 560 | 293 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 36 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 136 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 241 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 52 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Gangora
Gangora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tari Juli | South-East | 0.51 km |
| Kotuli Purniya | North-West | 0.82 km |
| Bagwali Rawtila | South | 0.91 km |
| Gouloli | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Sirkhai | East | 1.51 km |
| Mawara Mafi | North | 1.52 km |
| Kunkoli | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Doba | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Bhagina | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Nail | North | 2.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gangora
Gangora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.8 km.
| 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 Ranikhet to Gangora is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Gangora is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangora 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gangora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangora 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 Gangora
Where is Gangora located?
Gangora village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gangora?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangora is Gangoda.
What is the pincode of Gangora?
The pincode of Gangora is 263645.
What is the population of Gangora?
Gangora had a total population of 560, including 293 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Gangora?
Gangora had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangora was 82.80%. Male literacy was 93.77% and female literacy was 71.19%.