Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera - Poornagiri, Champawat
Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 75.25 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Nayak Gunth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera is 054438. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.4 hectares and falls under the 262309 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera
As per Census 2011, Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera village has a total population of 3,338 people, consisting of 1,666 males and 1,672 females. The village has 687 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 434 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,345 literate and 993 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,338 | 1,666 | 1,672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 434 | 232 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,305 | 639 | 666 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,345 | 1,289 | 1,056 |
| Illiterate Population | 993 | 377 | 616 |
Nearby Villages of Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera
Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera 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 Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera
Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanakpur to Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera is about 75.25 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera
Where is Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera located?
Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera is Nayak Gunth.
What is the pincode of Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera?
The pincode of Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera is 262309.
What is the population of Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera?
Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera has a total population of 3,338, including 1,666 males and 1,672 females.
How many households are there in Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera?
There are 687 households in Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naik Goonth/ Naik Khera is 70.25%. Male literacy is 77.37% and female literacy is 63.16%.