Goum - Jakhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Goum is a village situated in the Jakhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from Lansdowne and around 110 km from Pauri. Goom serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goum is 047235. The village covers a total geographical area of 328.43 hectares and falls under the 246123 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Goum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Goum
According to the 2011 Census, Goum village had a total population of 305 people, including 145 males and 160 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.19%, with male literacy at 89.17% and female literacy at 63.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 305 | 145 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 55 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 107 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 38 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Goum
Goum 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 Goum
Goum 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Goum is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Goum is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goum 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Goum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goum 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Goum
Where is Goum located?
Goum village is located in Jakhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goum?
The Gram Panchayat of Goum is Goom.
What is the pincode of Goum?
The pincode of Goum is 246123.
What is the population of Goum?
Goum had a total population of 305, including 145 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Goum?
Goum had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goum was 75.19%. Male literacy was 89.17% and female literacy was 63.04%.