Gumata - Ranikhet, Almora
Gumata is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Gumta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gumata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gumata is 052456. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.5 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Gumata 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 Gumata
According to the 2011 Census, Gumata village had a total population of 159 people, including 70 males and 89 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,271 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.25%, with male literacy at 87.27% and female literacy at 76.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 159 | 70 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 48 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 22 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Gumata
Gumata 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 Gumata
Gumata is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Ranikhet to Gumata is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Gumata is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gumata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gumata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gumata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gumata 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 Gumata
Where is Gumata located?
Gumata village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gumata?
The Gram Panchayat of Gumata is Gumta.
What is the pincode of Gumata?
The pincode of Gumata is 263663.
What is the population of Gumata?
Gumata had a total population of 159, including 70 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Gumata?
Gumata had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gumata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gumata was 81.25%. Male literacy was 87.27% and female literacy was 76.71%.