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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gurnaguth village had a total population of 55 people, including 27 males and 28 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.51%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 53.85%.
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 | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 55, including 27 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Gurnaguth?
Gurnaguth had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurnaguth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurnaguth was 75.51%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 53.85%.