Itana - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Itana is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Itana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Itana is 049956. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.6 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Itana 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 Itana
According to the 2011 Census, Itana village had a total population of 256 people, including 120 males and 136 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,133 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.83%, with male literacy at 96.40% and female literacy at 70.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 256 | 120 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 107 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 13 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Itana
Itana 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 Itana
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Itana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Itana is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Itana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Itana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Itana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Itana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Itana
Where is Itana located?
Itana village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Itana?
Itana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Itana?
The pincode of Itana is 262522.
What is the population of Itana?
Itana had a total population of 256, including 120 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Itana?
Itana had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Itana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Itana was 82.83%. Male literacy was 96.40% and female literacy was 70.49%.