Gora Gaon - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Gora Gaon is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Musgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gora Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gora Gaon is 049336. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.61 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Gora Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Gora Gaon
As per Census 2011, Gora Gaon village has a total population of 18 people, consisting of 12 males and 6 females. The village has 4 households and a sex ratio of 500 females per 1,000 males. The village has 14 literate and 4 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gora Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 12 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | - | 4 |
Transport and Connectivity of Gora Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gora Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Gora Gaon is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gora Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gora 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gora 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 Gora Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gora Gaon
Where is Gora Gaon located?
Gora Gaon village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gora Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gora Gaon is Musgaon.
What is the pincode of Gora Gaon?
The pincode of Gora Gaon is 262552.
What is the population of Gora Gaon?
Gora Gaon has a total population of 18, including 12 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Gora Gaon?
There are 4 households in Gora Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gora Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gora Gaon is 77.78%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 33.33%.