Ghaina - Garud, Bageshwar
Ghaina is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Dhiana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghaina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghaina is 051400. The village covers a total geographical area of 335.12 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ghaina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghaina
According to the 2011 Census, Ghaina village had a total population of 398 people, including 194 males and 204 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.85%, with male literacy at 96.97% and female literacy at 79.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 398 | 194 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 29 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 160 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 34 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Ghaina
Ghaina 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 Ghaina
Ghaina 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 Bageshwar to Ghaina is about 40 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 Ghaina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghaina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghaina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghaina 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 Ghaina
Where is Ghaina located?
Ghaina village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghaina?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghaina is Dhiana.
What is the pincode of Ghaina?
The pincode of Ghaina is 263642.
What is the population of Ghaina?
Ghaina had a total population of 398, including 194 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Ghaina?
Ghaina had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghaina was 87.85%. Male literacy was 96.97% and female literacy was 79.89%.