Gurnaguth - Dhari, Nainital
Gurnaguth is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Daloj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurnaguth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurnaguth is 054992. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.88 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Gurnaguth 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 Gurnaguth
As per Census 2011, Gurnaguth village has a total population of 55 people, consisting of 27 males and 28 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 37 literate and 18 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurnaguth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 4 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Gurnaguth
Gurnaguth 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 Gurnaguth
Public transport in the Gurnaguth 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 Bhimtal to Gurnaguth is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Gurnaguth is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurnaguth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurnaguth 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gurnaguth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurnaguth village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurnaguth
Where is Gurnaguth located?
Gurnaguth village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurnaguth?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurnaguth is Daloj.
What is the pincode of Gurnaguth?
The pincode of Gurnaguth is 263132.
What is the population of Gurnaguth?
Gurnaguth has a total population of 55, including 27 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Gurnaguth?
There are 13 households in Gurnaguth.
What is the literacy rate in Gurnaguth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurnaguth is 67.27%. Male literacy is 85.19% and female literacy is 50.00%.