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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gauniyaraw village had a total population of 1,187 people, including 597 males and 590 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.66%, with male literacy at 84.92% and female literacy at 52.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 202.
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 | 1,187 | 597 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 146 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 102 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,187, including 597 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Gauniyaraw?
Gauniyaraw had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gauniyaraw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauniyaraw was 68.66%. Male literacy was 84.92% and female literacy was 52.43%.