Guna Kitan - Ganai Gangoli, Pithoragarh
Guna Kitan is a village situated in the Ganai Gangoli tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Gangolihat and around 118 km from Pithoragarh. Guna Kitan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guna Kitan is 049882. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.5 hectares and falls under the 262532 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 188 km away.
Guna Kitan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guna Kitan
As per Census 2011, Guna Kitan village has a total population of 366 people, consisting of 183 males and 183 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guna Kitan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 183 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 78 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 146 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 37 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Guna Kitan
Guna Kitan 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 Guna Kitan
Guna Kitan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Guna Kitan is about 188 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Guna Kitan is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guna Kitan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guna Kitan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guna Kitan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guna Kitan 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 Guna Kitan
Where is Guna Kitan located?
Guna Kitan village is located in Ganai Gangoli Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guna Kitan?
Guna Kitan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Guna Kitan?
The pincode of Guna Kitan is 262532.
What is the population of Guna Kitan?
Guna Kitan has a total population of 366, including 183 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Guna Kitan?
There are 94 households in Guna Kitan.
What is the literacy rate in Guna Kitan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guna Kitan is 69.95%. Male literacy is 79.78% and female literacy is 60.11%.