Ganura - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Ganura is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Ganura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganura is 050126. The village covers a total geographical area of 344.63 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Ganura 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 Ganura
As per Census 2011, Ganura village has a total population of 869 people, consisting of 381 males and 488 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 1,280 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 462 literate and 407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 869 | 381 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 86 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 262 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 119 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Ganura
Ganura 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 Ganura
Ganura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Pithoragarh to Ganura is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganura 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganura 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 Ganura
Where is Ganura located?
Ganura village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganura?
Ganura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganura?
The pincode of Ganura is 262522.
What is the population of Ganura?
Ganura has a total population of 869, including 381 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Ganura?
There are 220 households in Ganura.
What is the literacy rate in Ganura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganura is 53.16%. Male literacy is 68.77% and female literacy is 40.98%.