Gainthi - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Gainthi is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Gainthi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gainthi is 041296. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.65 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Gochar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Gainthi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gainthi
As per Census 2011, Gainthi village has a total population of 211 people, consisting of 99 males and 112 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,131 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 148 literate and 63 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gainthi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 211 | 99 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 82 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 17 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Gainthi
Gainthi 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 Gainthi
Gainthi 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 | 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 Gochar to Gainthi is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Gainthi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gainthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gainthi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gainthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gainthi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gainthi
Where is Gainthi located?
Gainthi village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gainthi?
Gainthi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gainthi?
The pincode of Gainthi is 246429.
What is the population of Gainthi?
Gainthi has a total population of 211, including 99 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Gainthi?
There are 55 households in Gainthi.
What is the literacy rate in Gainthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gainthi is 70.14%. Male literacy is 82.83% and female literacy is 58.93%.