Ghuna - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Ghuna 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 28 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Ghuna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghuna is 054519. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.08 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Ghuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghuna
As per Census 2011, Ghuna village has a total population of 437 people, consisting of 204 males and 233 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 342 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 364 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 437 | 204 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 20 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 160 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 175 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 29 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Ghuna
Ghuna 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 Ghuna
Ghuna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bhowali to Ghuna is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Ghuna is about 28 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 Ghuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghuna
Where is Ghuna located?
Ghuna village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghuna?
Ghuna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghuna?
The pincode of Ghuna is 263135.
What is the population of Ghuna?
Ghuna has a total population of 437, including 204 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Ghuna?
There are 83 households in Ghuna.
What is the literacy rate in Ghuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghuna is 78.26%. Male literacy is 85.78% and female literacy is 71.67%.