Guni Gaon - Dhari, Nainital
Guni Gaon is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Gunigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guni Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guni Gaon is 054945. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.05 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Guni Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guni Gaon
As per Census 2011, Guni Gaon village has a total population of 468 people, consisting of 252 males and 216 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 372 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guni Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 468 | 252 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 91 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 213 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 39 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Guni Gaon
Guni Gaon 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 Guni Gaon
Guni Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhimtal to Guni Gaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Guni Gaon is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guni Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guni Gaon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Guni Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guni Gaon 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Guni Gaon
Where is Guni Gaon located?
Guni Gaon village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guni Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Guni Gaon is Gunigaon.
What is the pincode of Guni Gaon?
The pincode of Guni Gaon is 263136.
What is the population of Guni Gaon?
Guni Gaon has a total population of 468, including 252 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Guni Gaon?
There are 101 households in Guni Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Guni Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guni Gaon is 79.49%. Male literacy is 84.52% and female literacy is 73.61%.