Ghuma Khet Malla - Gairsain, Chamoli
Ghuma Khet Malla is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Jhumakhet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghuma Khet Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghuma Khet Malla is 042044. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.78 hectares and falls under the 246486 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Ghuma Khet Malla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghuma Khet Malla
According to the 2011 Census, Ghuma Khet Malla village had a total population of 128 people, including 53 males and 75 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,415 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.06%, with male literacy at 90.70% and female literacy at 68.18%.
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 | 128 | 53 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 14 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Ghuma Khet Malla
Ghuma Khet Malla 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 Ghuma Khet Malla
Ghuma Khet Malla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Ghuma Khet Malla is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Ghuma Khet Malla is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghuma Khet Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghuma Khet Malla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghuma Khet Malla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghuma Khet Malla 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 Ghuma Khet Malla
Where is Ghuma Khet Malla located?
Ghuma Khet Malla village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghuma Khet Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghuma Khet Malla is Jhumakhet.
What is the pincode of Ghuma Khet Malla?
The pincode of Ghuma Khet Malla is 246486.
What is the population of Ghuma Khet Malla?
Ghuma Khet Malla had a total population of 128, including 53 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Ghuma Khet Malla?
Ghuma Khet Malla had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghuma Khet Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghuma Khet Malla was 77.06%. Male literacy was 90.70% and female literacy was 68.18%.