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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Gokhuri village has a total population of 102 people, consisting of 50 males and 52 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 83 literate and 19 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gokhuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| 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 has a total population of 102, including 50 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Gokhuri?
There are 24 households in Gokhuri.
What is the literacy rate in Gokhuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokhuri is 81.37%. Male literacy is 86.00% and female literacy is 76.92%.