Gunthi - Shama, Bageshwar
Gunthi is a village situated in the Shama tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 130 km from Kapkot and around 105 km from Bageshwar. Namtichetabagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunthi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunthi is 050649. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.96 hectares and falls under the 263633 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Gunthi 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 Gunthi
As per Census 2011, Gunthi village has a total population of 99 people, consisting of 46 males and 53 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,152 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 67 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gunthi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 99 | 46 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 39 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 7 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Gunthi
Gunthi 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 Gunthi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gunthi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Gunthi is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunthi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gunthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunthi 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 Gunthi
Where is Gunthi located?
Gunthi village is located in Shama Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunthi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunthi is Namtichetabagar.
What is the pincode of Gunthi?
The pincode of Gunthi is 263633.
What is the population of Gunthi?
Gunthi has a total population of 99, including 46 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Gunthi?
There are 27 households in Gunthi.
What is the literacy rate in Gunthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunthi is 67.68%. Male literacy is 84.78% and female literacy is 52.83%.