Guna Kitan
Guna Kitan is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 118km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Guna Kitan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Guna Kitan unique in its vibrant Gangolihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Guna Kitan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Guna Kitan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guna Kitan is 049882. The village spans a total geographical area of 151.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262532. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Guna Kitan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 188km away.
When it comes to local governance, Guna Kitan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Guna Kitan
Population of Guna Kitan
According to the 2011 Census, Guna Kitan has a total population of about 366, with approximately 183 males and 183 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 39 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 139 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.95%, with male literacy at about 79.78% and female literacy near 60.11%. There are around 94 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Guna Kitan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 183 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 78 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 256 | 146 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 37 | 73 |
Connectivity of Guna Kitan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guna Kitan. As per the 2011 stats, Guna Kitan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Guna Kitan
Knowing the nearby villages of Guna Kitan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guna Kitan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guna Kitan
- Where is Guna Kitan located?
- Guna Kitan village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Guna Kitan?
- Guna Kitan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Guna Kitan?
- The pincode of Guna Kitan is 262532, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Guna Kitan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guna Kitan is 366, with 183 males and 183 females.
- How many households are there in Guna Kitan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Guna Kitan village has a total of 94 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Guna Kitan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guna Kitan is 69.95%. The male literacy rate is 79.78%, while the female literacy rate is 60.11%.