Ginai - Ranikhet, Almora
Ginai is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dadgaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ginai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ginai is 052288. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.34 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Ginai 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ginai
According to the 2011 Census, Ginai village had a total population of 296 people, including 130 males and 166 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,277 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.28%, with male literacy at 81.20% and female literacy at 52.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111.
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 | 296 | 130 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 95 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 35 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Ginai
Ginai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chamana | North-West | 1.07 km |
| Bisht Kotoli | North | 1.13 km |
| Naini | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Pinoli | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Jarga | East | 1.65 km |
| Mauna | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Banoliya | South | 1.87 km |
| Dugaura | North | 1.89 km |
| Dadgaliya | South | 2.13 km |
| Makron | West | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ginai
Ginai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kathgodam, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.4 km.
| 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 Ranikhet to Ginai is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Ginai is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ginai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ginai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ginai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ginai 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 Ginai
Where is Ginai located?
Ginai village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ginai?
The Gram Panchayat of Ginai is Dadgaliya.
What is the pincode of Ginai?
The pincode of Ginai is 263645.
What is the population of Ginai?
Ginai had a total population of 296, including 130 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Ginai?
Ginai had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ginai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ginai was 65.28%. Male literacy was 81.20% and female literacy was 52.70%.