Panoura - Ranikhet, Almora
Panoura is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Khan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panoura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panoura is 052556. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.87 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Panoura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Panoura
According to the 2011 Census, Panoura village had a total population of 40 people, including 23 males and 17 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 739 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.89%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 81.25%.
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 | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Panoura
Panoura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandae | South | 0.88 km |
| Khan | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Dungara | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Suri | North | 2.17 km |
| Jala | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Garhsari | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Bajol | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Turiyajoshi | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Bamasyon | West | 2.94 km |
| Syon | South | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panoura
Panoura 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 48.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Panoura is about 26 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 Panoura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panoura 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panoura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panoura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panoura
Where is Panoura located?
Panoura village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panoura?
The Gram Panchayat of Panoura is Khan.
What is the pincode of Panoura?
The pincode of Panoura is 263645.
What is the population of Panoura?
Panoura had a total population of 40, including 23 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Panoura?
Panoura had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panoura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panoura was 91.89%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 81.25%.