Gokhuri - Kanda, Bageshwar
Gokhuri is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Majhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokhuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokhuri is 050686. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.52 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Gokhuri 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokhuri
According to the 2011 Census, Gokhuri village had a total population of 102 people, including 50 males and 52 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.46%, with male literacy at 93.48% and female literacy at 80.00%.
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 | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 7 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Gokhuri
Gokhuri 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 Gokhuri
Gokhuri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bageshwar to Gokhuri is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokhuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokhuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gokhuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokhuri 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 Gokhuri
Where is Gokhuri located?
Gokhuri village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gokhuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokhuri is Majhera.
What is the pincode of Gokhuri?
The pincode of Gokhuri is 263640.
What is the population of Gokhuri?
Gokhuri had a total population of 102, including 50 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Gokhuri?
Gokhuri had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokhuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokhuri was 86.46%. Male literacy was 93.48% and female literacy was 80.00%.