Gothal Gaon - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Gothal Gaon is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Bhuvaneswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gothal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gothal Gaon is 049792. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.79 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 113 km away.
Gothal Gaon 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gothal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gothal Gaon village had a total population of 26 people, including 12 males and 14 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.83%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 53.85%.
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 | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 2 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Gothal Gaon
Gothal Gaon 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 Gothal Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gothal Gaon.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Gothal Gaon is about 113 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gothal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gothal Gaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gothal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gothal Gaon 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 Gothal Gaon
Where is Gothal Gaon located?
Gothal Gaon village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gothal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gothal Gaon is Bhuvaneswar.
What is the pincode of Gothal Gaon?
The pincode of Gothal Gaon is 262522.
What is the population of Gothal Gaon?
Gothal Gaon had a total population of 26, including 12 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Gothal Gaon?
Gothal Gaon had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gothal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gothal Gaon was 70.83%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 53.85%.