Gogina - Shama, Bageshwar
Gogina is a village situated in the Shama tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 54 km from Kapkot and around 78 km from Bageshwar. Gogina village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gogina is 050554. The village covers a total geographical area of 1270.36 hectares and falls under the 263633 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Gogina 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 Gogina
As per Census 2011, Gogina village has a total population of 896 people, consisting of 386 males and 510 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 1,321 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 594 literate and 302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gogina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 896 | 386 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 60 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 104 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 594 | 298 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 88 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Gogina
Gogina 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 Gogina
Gogina 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 Gogina is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gogina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gogina 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 Gogina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gogina 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gogina
Where is Gogina located?
Gogina village is located in Shama Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gogina?
Gogina is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gogina?
The pincode of Gogina is 263633.
What is the population of Gogina?
Gogina has a total population of 896, including 386 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Gogina?
There are 196 households in Gogina.
What is the literacy rate in Gogina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gogina is 66.29%. Male literacy is 77.20% and female literacy is 58.04%.