Ganai - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Ganai is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Ojha Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganai is 049478. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.64 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ganai 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganai
According to the 2011 Census, Ganai village had a total population of 160 people, including 76 males and 84 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.92%, with male literacy at 98.55% and female literacy at 89.87%.
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 | 160 | 76 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 68 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Ganai
Ganai 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 Ganai
Ganai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Ganai is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Ganai is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ganai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganai
Where is Ganai located?
Ganai village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganai?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganai is Ojha Malla.
What is the pincode of Ganai?
The pincode of Ganai is 262543.
What is the population of Ganai?
Ganai had a total population of 160, including 76 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Ganai?
Ganai had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganai was 93.92%. Male literacy was 98.55% and female literacy was 89.87%.