Gethiya - Sult, Almora
Gethiya is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 214 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Gethiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gethiya is 052084. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.06 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Gethiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gethiya
As per Census 2011, Gethiya village has a total population of 260 people, consisting of 107 males and 153 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,429 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gethiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 260 | 107 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 17 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 80 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 27 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Gethiya
Gethiya 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 Gethiya
Gethiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Ramnagar to Gethiya is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Gethiya is about 214 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gethiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gethiya 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 Gethiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gethiya 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 Gethiya
Where is Gethiya located?
Gethiya village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gethiya?
Gethiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gethiya?
The pincode of Gethiya is 263676.
What is the population of Gethiya?
Gethiya has a total population of 260, including 107 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Gethiya?
There are 56 households in Gethiya.
What is the literacy rate in Gethiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gethiya is 64.62%. Male literacy is 74.77% and female literacy is 57.52%.