Kalon Gunth - Ganai Gangoli, Pithoragarh
Kalon Gunth is a village situated in the Ganai Gangoli tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from Gangolihat and around 135 km from Pithoragarh. Rugadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalon Gunth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalon Gunth is 049918. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.58 hectares and falls under the 262532 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Kalon Gunth 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalon Gunth
According to the 2011 Census, Kalon Gunth village had a total population of 33 people, including 17 males and 16 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 71.43%.
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 | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Kalon Gunth
Kalon Gunth 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 Kalon Gunth
Public transport in the Kalon Gunth is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Almora to Kalon Gunth is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Kalon Gunth is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalon Gunth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalon Gunth 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalon Gunth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalon Gunth village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalon Gunth
Where is Kalon Gunth located?
Kalon Gunth village is located in Ganai Gangoli Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalon Gunth?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalon Gunth is Rugadi.
What is the pincode of Kalon Gunth?
The pincode of Kalon Gunth is 262532.
What is the population of Kalon Gunth?
Kalon Gunth had a total population of 33, including 17 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Kalon Gunth?
Kalon Gunth had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalon Gunth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalon Gunth was 84.62%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 71.43%.