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 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 Gogina
According to the 2011 Census, Gogina village had a total population of 896 people, including 386 males and 510 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 1,321 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.75%, with male literacy at 91.41% and female literacy at 67.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 234.
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 | 896 | 386 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 60 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 104 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 896, including 386 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Gogina?
Gogina had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gogina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gogina was 77.75%. Male literacy was 91.41% and female literacy was 67.58%.