Quinar - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Quinar 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 73 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jarmal Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Quinar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Quinar is 050090. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.79 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Quinar 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 Quinar
As per Census 2011, Quinar village has a total population of 39 people, consisting of 20 males and 19 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 30 literate and 9 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Quinar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Quinar
Quinar 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 Quinar
Public transport in the Quinar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Quinar is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Quinar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Quinar 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 Quinar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Quinar 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 Quinar
Where is Quinar located?
Quinar village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Quinar?
The Gram Panchayat of Quinar is Jarmal Gaon.
What is the pincode of Quinar?
The pincode of Quinar is 262522.
What is the population of Quinar?
Quinar has a total population of 39, including 20 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Quinar?
There are 7 households in Quinar.
What is the literacy rate in Quinar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Quinar is 76.92%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 73.68%.