Gangori - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Gangori is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Gangori village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangori is 054534. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.73 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gangori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gangori
As per Census 2011, Gangori village has a total population of 287 people, consisting of 144 males and 143 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 191 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 175 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangori are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 287 | 144 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 92 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 109 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 35 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Gangori
Gangori 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 Gangori
Gangori 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 Almora to Gangori is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Gangori is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gangori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangori 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gangori
Where is Gangori located?
Gangori village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangori?
Gangori is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangori?
The pincode of Gangori is 263135.
What is the population of Gangori?
Gangori has a total population of 287, including 144 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Gangori?
There are 45 households in Gangori.
What is the literacy rate in Gangori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangori is 66.55%. Male literacy is 75.69% and female literacy is 57.34%.