Goni - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Goni is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Devprayag and around 113 km from New Tehri. Goni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goni is 043353. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.17 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Goni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goni
According to the 2011 Census, Goni village had a total population of 378 people, including 175 males and 203 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,160 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.83%, with male literacy at 92.09% and female literacy at 59.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56.
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 | 378 | 175 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 36 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 128 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 47 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Goni
Goni 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 Goni
Goni 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 >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 Srinagar to Goni is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Goni is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goni 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 Goni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Goni
Where is Goni located?
Goni village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goni?
Goni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Goni?
The pincode of Goni is 249161.
What is the population of Goni?
Goni had a total population of 378, including 175 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Goni?
Goni had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goni was 73.83%. Male literacy was 92.09% and female literacy was 59.89%.