Gauna - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Gauna is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Jaurasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauna is 054552. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.13 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Gauna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gauna
As per Census 2011, Gauna village has a total population of 216 people, consisting of 99 males and 117 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,181 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 54 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gauna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 216 | 99 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 17 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Gauna
Gauna 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 Gauna
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gauna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Gauna is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Gauna is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauna 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 Gauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauna 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 Gauna
Where is Gauna located?
Gauna village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gauna?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauna is Jaurasi.
What is the pincode of Gauna?
The pincode of Gauna is 263135.
What is the population of Gauna?
Gauna has a total population of 216, including 99 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Gauna?
There are 36 households in Gauna.
What is the literacy rate in Gauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauna is 75.00%. Male literacy is 82.83% and female literacy is 68.38%.