Guniyalekh - Dhari, Nainital
Guniyalekh is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Guniya Lekh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guniyalekh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guniyalekh is 054950. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.53 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Guniyalekh 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 Guniyalekh
According to the 2011 Census, Guniyalekh village had a total population of 504 people, including 263 males and 241 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.54%, with male literacy at 95.89% and female literacy at 73.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 189, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 504 | 263 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 96 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 210 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 53 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Guniyalekh
Guniyalekh 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 Guniyalekh
Guniyalekh 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimtal to Guniyalekh is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Guniyalekh is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guniyalekh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guniyalekh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Guniyalekh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guniyalekh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Guniyalekh
Where is Guniyalekh located?
Guniyalekh village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guniyalekh?
The Gram Panchayat of Guniyalekh is Guniya Lekh.
What is the pincode of Guniyalekh?
The pincode of Guniyalekh is 263136.
What is the population of Guniyalekh?
Guniyalekh had a total population of 504, including 263 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Guniyalekh?
Guniyalekh had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guniyalekh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guniyalekh was 85.54%. Male literacy was 95.89% and female literacy was 73.98%.