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
According to the 2011 Census, Goum village had a total population of 491 people, including 242 males and 249 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.57%, with male literacy at 98.67% and female literacy at 78.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 491 | 242 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 491, including 242 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Goum?
Goum had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goum was 88.57%. Male literacy was 98.67% and female literacy was 78.60%.