Gaithana - Pithoragarh
Gaithana is a village situated in the Pithoragarh tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from Pithoragarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gaithana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaithana is 050223. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.45 hectares and falls under the 262540 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gaithana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pithoragarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaithana
As per Census 2011, Gaithana village has a total population of 875 people, consisting of 439 males and 436 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 650 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaithana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 875 | 439 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 83 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 108 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 650 | 331 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 108 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Gaithana
Gaithana 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 Gaithana
Gaithana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Gaithana is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaithana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaithana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gaithana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaithana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gaithana
Where is Gaithana located?
Gaithana village is located in Pithoragarh Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaithana?
Gaithana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gaithana?
The pincode of Gaithana is 262540.
What is the population of Gaithana?
Gaithana has a total population of 875, including 439 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Gaithana?
There are 209 households in Gaithana.
What is the literacy rate in Gaithana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaithana is 74.29%. Male literacy is 75.40% and female literacy is 73.17%.