Gauri Kala
Gauri Kala is a village located in Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Kichha (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Khurpiya is the gram panchayat of Gauri Kala village.
Here you can discover what makes Gauri Kala unique in its vibrant Kichha-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Gauri Kala’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 Gauri Kala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gauri Kala is 055980. The village spans a total geographical area of 179.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263148. Kichha is nearest town to Gauri Kala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gauri Kala 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 Kichha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gauri Kala
Population of Gauri Kala
According to the 2011 Census, Gauri Kala has a total population of about 353, with approximately 194 males and 159 females. The sex ratio is around 819 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 174 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 55.52%, with male literacy at about 61.34% and female literacy near 48.43%. There are around 79 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gauri Kala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 353 | 194 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 94 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 196 | 119 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 75 | 82 |
Connectivity of Gauri Kala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gauri Kala. As per the 2011 stats, Gauri Kala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gauri Kala
Knowing the nearby villages of Gauri Kala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gauri Kala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gauri Kala
- Where is Gauri Kala located?
- Gauri Kala village is situated in Kichha Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gauri Kala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gauri Kala is Khurpiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gauri Kala?
- The pincode of Gauri Kala is 263148, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gauri Kala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gauri Kala is 353, with 194 males and 159 females.
- How many households are there in Gauri Kala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gauri Kala village has a total of 79 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gauri Kala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gauri Kala is 55.52%. The male literacy rate is 61.34%, while the female literacy rate is 48.43%.