Ghanyal - Syalde, Almora
Ghanyal is a village situated in the Syalde tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 88 km from Sult and around 161 km from Almora. Ghanyal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghanyal is 052037. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.66 hectares and falls under the 263659 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Ghanyal 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 Salt Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghanyal
According to the 2011 Census, Ghanyal village had a total population of 261 people, including 128 males and 133 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.59%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 60.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 261 | 128 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 96 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 32 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Ghanyal
Ghanyal 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 Ghanyal
Ghanyal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ramnagar to Ghanyal is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Ghanyal is about 161 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghanyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghanyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghanyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghanyal 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 Ghanyal
Where is Ghanyal located?
Ghanyal village is located in Syalde Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghanyal?
Ghanyal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghanyal?
The pincode of Ghanyal is 263659.
What is the population of Ghanyal?
Ghanyal had a total population of 261, including 128 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Ghanyal?
Ghanyal had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghanyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghanyal was 73.59%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 60.16%.