Goum - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Goum is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from Lansdowne and around 72 km from Pauri. Goom Ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goum is 047323. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.09 hectares and falls under the 246155 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Goum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goum
As per Census 2011, Goum village has a total population of 491 people, consisting of 242 males and 249 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 403 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goum are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 491 | 242 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 223 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 19 | 69 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Goum.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Lansdowne to Goum is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Goum is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Goum
Where is Goum located?
Goum village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goum?
The Gram Panchayat of Goum is Goom Ii.
What is the pincode of Goum?
The pincode of Goum is 246155.
What is the population of Goum?
Goum has a total population of 491, including 242 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Goum?
There are 119 households in Goum.
What is the literacy rate in Goum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goum is 82.08%. Male literacy is 92.15% and female literacy is 72.29%.