Goom - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Goom is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Kotdwara and around 120 km from Pauri. Pathur Akara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goom village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goom is 048377. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.94 hectares and falls under the 246144 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Goom village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goom
As per Census 2011, Goom village has a total population of 319 people, consisting of 171 males and 148 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 251 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goom are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 319 | 171 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 22 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 134 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 37 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Goom
Goom 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 Goom
Goom 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 Dogadda to Goom is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Goom is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goom
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goom village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Goom
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goom village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Goom
Where is Goom located?
Goom village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goom?
The Gram Panchayat of Goom is Pathur Akara.
What is the pincode of Goom?
The pincode of Goom is 246144.
What is the population of Goom?
Goom has a total population of 319, including 171 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Goom?
There are 89 households in Goom.
What is the literacy rate in Goom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goom is 78.68%. Male literacy is 78.36% and female literacy is 79.05%.