Gunji
About Gunji
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gunji village is 049089. Gunji village is located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 159km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Gunjee is the gram panchayat of Gunji village.
The total geographical area of village is 188.9 hectares. Gunji has a total population of 335 peoples, out of which male population is 229 while female population is 106. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 462 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gunji village is 82.69% out of which 93.45% males and 59.43% females are literate. There are about 194 houses in gunji village. Pincode of gunji village locality is 262546.
When it comes to administration, Gunji village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gunji village comes under Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Dharchula is nearest town to gunji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
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Population of Gunji
The population details of Gunji cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 335 | 229 | 106 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 195 | 95 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 214 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 15 | 43 |
Connectivity of Gunji
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gunji
Where is Gunji located?
Gunji village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunji?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunji is Gunjee (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gunji?
The pincode of Gunji is 262546, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gunji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gunji is 335, with 229 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Gunji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gunji village has a total of 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunji as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gunji is 82.69%. The male literacy rate is 93.45%, while the female literacy rate is 59.43%.