Goom - Pati, Champawat
Goom is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Gum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goom village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goom is 054047. The village covers a total geographical area of 344.42 hectares and falls under the 262561 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Goom village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Goom
As per Census 2011, Goom village has a total population of 496 people, consisting of 252 males and 244 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 339 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goom are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 496 | 252 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 66 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 205 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 47 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Goom
Goom 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 Goom
Goom 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 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 Lohaghat to Goom is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Goom is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goom
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goom village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Goom
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goom 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Goom
Where is Goom located?
Goom village is located in Pati Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goom?
The Gram Panchayat of Goom is Gum.
What is the pincode of Goom?
The pincode of Goom is 262561.
What is the population of Goom?
Goom has a total population of 496, including 252 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Goom?
There are 86 households in Goom.
What is the literacy rate in Goom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goom is 68.35%. Male literacy is 81.35% and female literacy is 54.92%.