Ghimali - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Ghimali is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Ghimali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghimali is 049163. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.49 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Ghimali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghimali
As per Census 2011, Ghimali village has a total population of 451 people, consisting of 237 males and 214 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 339 literate and 112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghimali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 237 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 77 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 196 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 41 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Ghimali
Ghimali 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 Ghimali
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ghimali.
| 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 Didihat to Ghimali is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Ghimali is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghimali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghimali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghimali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghimali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghimali
Where is Ghimali located?
Ghimali village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghimali?
Ghimali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghimali?
The pincode of Ghimali is 262551.
What is the population of Ghimali?
Ghimali has a total population of 451, including 237 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Ghimali?
There are 106 households in Ghimali.
What is the literacy rate in Ghimali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghimali is 75.17%. Male literacy is 82.70% and female literacy is 66.82%.