Go Village - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Go is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 88 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 184 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Gau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Go village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Go is 049077. The village covers a total geographical area of 391.05 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Go village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Go
As per Census 2011, Go village has a total population of 343 people, consisting of 171 males and 172 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 259 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 264 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Go are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 343 | 171 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 131 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 151 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 20 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Go
Go 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 Go
Public transport in the Go is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Dharchula to Go is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Go is about 184 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Go
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Go 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 Go
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Go village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Go
Where is Go located?
Go village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Go?
The Gram Panchayat of Go is Gau.
What is the pincode of Go?
The pincode of Go is 262545.
What is the population of Go?
Go has a total population of 343, including 171 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Go?
There are 96 households in Go.
What is the literacy rate in Go?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Go is 75.51%. Male literacy is 88.30% and female literacy is 62.79%.