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 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 Ganura
According to the 2011 Census, Ganura village had a total population of 869 people, including 381 males and 488 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 1,281 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.98%, with male literacy at 88.81% and female literacy at 48.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 869 | 381 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 86 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 869, including 381 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Ganura?
Ganura had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganura was 64.98%. Male literacy was 88.81% and female literacy was 48.08%.