Gauniyaraw - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Gauniyaraw is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 88 km from Dhari and around 124 km from Nainital. Guniyaro serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauniyaraw village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauniyaraw is 055075. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.52 hectares and falls under the 263126 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Gauniyaraw village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gauniyaraw
As per Census 2011, Gauniyaraw village has a total population of 1,187 people, consisting of 597 males and 590 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 284 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 620 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gauniyaraw are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,187 | 597 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 146 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 102 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 620 | 383 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 214 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Gauniyaraw
Gauniyaraw 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 Gauniyaraw
Gauniyaraw is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haldwani to Gauniyaraw is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Gauniyaraw is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gauniyaraw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauniyaraw 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 Gauniyaraw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauniyaraw 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 Gauniyaraw
Where is Gauniyaraw located?
Gauniyaraw village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gauniyaraw?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauniyaraw is Guniyaro.
What is the pincode of Gauniyaraw?
The pincode of Gauniyaraw is 263126.
What is the population of Gauniyaraw?
Gauniyaraw has a total population of 1,187, including 597 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Gauniyaraw?
There are 179 households in Gauniyaraw.
What is the literacy rate in Gauniyaraw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauniyaraw is 52.23%. Male literacy is 64.15% and female literacy is 40.17%.