Gauri Kala - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Gauri Kala is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Khurpiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauri Kala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauri Kala is 055980. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.11 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Gauri Kala 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 Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gauri Kala
According to the 2011 Census, Gauri Kala village had a total population of 353 people, including 194 males and 159 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 820 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.89%, with male literacy at 74.38% and female literacy at 57.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174.
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 | 353 | 194 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 94 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 119 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 75 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Gauri Kala
Gauri Kala 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 Gauri Kala
Gauri Kala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gauri Kala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kichha to Gauri Kala is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Gauri Kala is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gauri Kala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauri Kala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gauri Kala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauri Kala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gauri Kala
Where is Gauri Kala located?
Gauri Kala village is located in Kichha Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gauri Kala?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauri Kala is Khurpiya.
What is the pincode of Gauri Kala?
The pincode of Gauri Kala is 263148.
What is the population of Gauri Kala?
Gauri Kala had a total population of 353, including 194 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Gauri Kala?
Gauri Kala had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gauri Kala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauri Kala was 66.89%. Male literacy was 74.38% and female literacy was 57.89%.