About Kausani

The hills are alive with the sound of music… the hills fill my heart with the sound of music!  It is a fact that the hills are indeed alive in Kausani and the heart skips a beat with the majestic snow capped mountains basking in the sun in the backdrop. The dreamy hill station in Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand rests amidst thick pine forests overlooking a ridge segregated from the panoramic Nanda Devi Mountains towering over the low mountains in the region. No town in Uttarakhand probably offers such a spectacular view of the Himalayas like Kausani spanning 300 kilometers in radius. Kausani is a replica of Switzerland in India as Father of the Nation’ Mahatma Gandhi rightly pointed out upon visiting the area.

With stupendous views of Katyuri Valley, Someshwar Valley, Garur and Bajinath Valley,  Gomti River, snow covered peaks of Chaukhamba, Nanda Ghunti, Nanda Kot, Kedarnath, Nanda Devi (7,816 meters), Panchachuli (6,904 meters) and Trisul (7,120 meters); Kausani is a perfect summer resort for family and tourists in Kumaon region of Devbhoomi Uttarakhand.

History of Kausani

Formerly known as Valna, Kausani stands at 1,890 meters above sea level , the hill station received a fresh boost to its tourism count when the Father of the Nation spent a couple of days here in 1929 relaxing and thus a memorial has been erected in Kausani in honor of Bapu. Located at a distance of 47 kilometers north of Almora, Kausani gained significance due to Gandhi’s commentary of Gita Anasakti Yoga which he penned down during his stay at the hill station. Gandhi was mesmerized by the lush greenery of coniferous trees along with sunset and sunrise over the mighty Himalayas and the golden rays which cast a heavenly aura to the place. Thus the guest house where he stayed was later converted into Anasakti Ashram. Pant Museum and Laxmi Ashram are also popular tourist spots in Kausani.

Geography of Kausani

Situated at an angle of 29.84° N 79.60° E; Kausani is a paradise for admirers of nature with the peaks showcasing variety of colors and hues throughout the day when the sun rays fall on them and dusk descends.

Kausani enjoys a moderate climate all year around with mild summer months and cold/ chilly winter months accompanied by heavy snowfall in between December and February. However if tourists want to capture the greenery and scenic beauty of Kausani it is recommended to visit the hill station between July and September when monsoon is at its peak.

Tourism in Kausani

Kausani is famous for Anasakti Ashram dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi who spent 12 days in the guest house authoring the book on Anasakti Yoga. Gandhi compared Kausani’s beauty with Switzerland and thus Gandhi’s disciple Katherine Heileman aka Sarala Ben founded the Anasakti Ashram aka Gandhi Ashram in this region post which she devoted her life to social service.

Kausani is also renowned for Pant Museum dedicated in memory of late poet of Hindi Literature Sumitra Nandan Pant who was born in this hilly town. His residence have been converted into a museum close to Kausani Bus Stand which displays his articles, drafts of his poems, awards, letters etc.
Lakshmi Ashram located 1 kilometer away from Anasakti Ashram is a center for women who perform social service. This center was founded by Sarala Ben, Gandhijis’ disciple. The ashram is located in an isolated area surrounded by dense forests.

Kausani Tea Estate and Factory spread across an area of 208 acres is renowned as a tourist spot for importing tea to USA, UK and Korea besides tea production in India. Located at an elevation of 1,200-1,800 meters above sea level, Kausani Tea Estate and Factory offers a breathtaking view of the mountains and valley beneath.

Best Time to Visit
The ideal time to visit Kausani is in summer months between March and June when the temperature is mild whereas the real wonder of nature can be best captured during monsoon in the months between July and September when the lush greenery enfolds the town in its lap. Months of October and November are also quite thrilling in Kausani as the temperature dips creating a chill in the air. December to February is very cold in Kausani and thus heavy woolens are highly recommended to enjoy the snowfall.

How to Reach Kausani

Kausani can be accessed via air through Naini Saini Airport in Pithoragarh and Pantnagar airport which are at a distance of 112 and 185 kilometers away from the hill station. Kathgodam Railway Station is the nearest railhead to Kausani at a distance of 142 kilometers away but there are plenty of hired taxis, private cars and buses that ply regularly to the hill station and the journey can be covered in a span of 4 hours. State Transport Buses connect Kausani with Ranikhet, Almora, Nainital and Pithoragarh in Uttarakhand while overnight buses from New Delhi to Kausani are also available.

Distance of Kausani from major cities and towns

Nainital- Kausani: 118 kilometers
Lalkuan- Kausani: 206 kilometers
Pantnagar- Kausani: 185 kilometers
Jim Corbett National Park- Kausani-164 kilometers
Ramnagar-Kausani- 160 kilometers
Rudrapur- Kausani: 182 kilometers
Ranikhet- Kausani: 50 kilometers
Binsar- Kausani: 75 kilometers
Kaladhungi- Kausani: 175 kilometers
Jageshwar- Kausani: 82 kilometers
Haldwani- Kausani: 152 kilometers
Khurpatal- Kausani: 130 kilometers
Ramgarh – Kausani: 94 kilometers
Pithoragarh- Kausani: 180 kilometers
Mukteshwar- Kausani: 82 kilometers
Gangolihat- Kausani: 116 kilometers
Patal Bhubaneswar- Kausani: 190 kilometers
Chaukori- Kausani: 79 kilometers
Munsiyari- Kausani: 125 kilometers
Moradabad- Kausani: 228 kilometers
New Delhi- Kausani: 405 kilometers
Rishikesh – Kausani: 300 kilometers
Haridwar- Kausani: 296 kilometers

Tourist Places near Kausani

Kausani is an amazing tourist spot engulfed in dense greenery and surrounded by the snow covered peaks. However there are plenty of tourist spots in and around Kausani to visit on a trip to the hill station.

Kote Mai Temple situated 5 kilometers from Kausani is a renowned religious spot where Goddess Kali is worshipped and a fair is held in August on Nanda Ashtami every year. Nanda Devi Raj Jat is carried out of Kote Mai Temple every 12 years.

Someshwar Temple located at a distance of 11 kilometers off Kausani Almora road in Someshwar is dedicated to Lord Shiva and considered to be one of the 12 Jyotirlingams in India.

Baijnath Temple or a group of temples located in the town of Baijnath on the banks of Gomti River in Garuda Valley is an enchanted religious spot where a beautiful pond is filled with fishes which are preserved by the temple authorities. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Parvati and Shiva.

Bageshwar Town situated at a distance of 38 kilometers from Kausani is famous for the confluence of River Saryu and Gomti along with views of Neeleshwar and Bheeleshwar Hills, Chandika Temple and Shiva Temples. The town named after Lord Shiva or Bagnath is a popular weekend destination.

Gwaldam situated 22 kilometers from Baijnath is a favorite tourist spot for its scenic beauty while Chaukori in Pithoragarh district is famous for heavenly views of Nanda Devi and Nanda Kote peaks.

Besides, Berinag, Gangolihat, Patal Bhubaneswar Caves, Kote Gari Temple are popular tourist spots and weekend getaways near Kausani.

Emergencies in Kausani

Kausani has police stations, chemist stores in the area to deal with basic emergencies. However there are no blood banks or fire station in the area. Residents have to avail air ambulance facilities for dealing with emergency situations in Kausani.

Given below is a list of emergencies:

Police Station in Kausani

Kapkote Police Station
Address: Kapkote, Bageshwar
Uttarakhand-263632
Ph no: 05963-253387

Bageshwar Police Station
Address: Jhiroli, Bageshwar
Uttarakhand-263642
Ph no: 05963-255022

Chemists in Kausani

Sagar Medical Store
Address: Kausani, Main Chauraha
Bageshwar, Uttarakhand
Ph no: 09412478789

Somnath Medical Store
Address: Someshwar, Almora
Bageshwar, Uttarakhand-263637
Ph no: NA

Prasad Medical Hall
Address:  Karkhana Bazar, Almora
Bageshwar, Uttarakhand-263601
Ph no: 05962-230407

The Medical Hall
Address: Chowk Bazar, Almora
Bageshwar, Uttarakhand
Ph no: 05962-231175/0634466896

Almora Drug House
Address: Chowk Bazar, Almora
Bageshwar, Uttarakhand-263601
Ph no: NA

Shopping in Kausani

Shop for warm woolens like hand knitted shawls and caps, quilts, bags, gloves, pullovers made by women and girls of Sarla Ben Ashram on the Mall road shops. Also shop for Kumaoni tea , pickles, jams, chutneys from the local stores in Kausani.

Utilities and Services in Kausani

Kausani offers basic public services like post offices, gas service, banks and petrol pumps yet for other utilities and basic public services, residents have to visit Almora located very close to Kausani.

Given below is a list of utilities and services:

Post Offices in Kausani

Kausani Post Office (Sub Office)
Address: Almora HO, Garur
Bageshwar, Uttarakhand-263639
Ph no: 05962-258034

Gas Service in Kausani

Indane Gas Agency
Address: NH 87, Dwarahat
Uttarakhand-263653
Ph no: 05966-244094

Banks in Kausani

UCO Bank
Address: Kausani Almora Road, Kausani
Bageshwar, Uttarakhand-263639
Ph no: 1800 103 0123

State Bank of India
Address: Main Market, Someshwar
Almora Gopeshwar Road, Almora
Uttarakhand-263637
Ph no: 05962-243004

State Bank of India
Address: Kausani Almora Road, Kausani
Uttarakhand-263639
Ph no: NA

Bank of Baroda
Address: Near Taxi Stand, NH 309 A
Bageshwar, Uttarakhand-263642
Ph no: 05963-221885

State Bank of India
Address: NH 87, Rampur, Uttarakhand-263656
Ph no: 1800 11 2211

Petrol Pumps in Kausani

Rana Filling Station
Address: SH 11, Almora Kausani Road
Almora, Uttarakhand-263601
Ph no: NA

S D R S Bora Filling Station (Indian Oil)
Address: Someshwar, Almora
Uttarakhand-263637
Ph no: NA

Healthcare in Kausani

Kausani in Uttarakhand does not have a lot of hospitals beside a district hospital thus for advanced healthcare residents have to visit neighboring cities and towns to avail treatment for complicated diseases.

Base Hospital
Address: 2nd Floor, Almora
Khatyari, Uttarakhand
Ph no: 05962-230012

S N Hospital and Heart Center
Address: Zaroori Bazar Road, Khari Bazar
Ranikhet, Uttarakhand-263645
Ph no: NA 

CMO Hospital
Address: Almora, Uttarakhand-263601
Ph no: 05962-233015

District Hospital
Address: Almora, Uttarakhand-263601
Ph no: 05962-230064

Kausani Fact Files

Town: Kausani Town/City
District: Bageshwar
State: Uttarakhand
Population: 2,408
Altitude:1,890 meters
Languages Spoken: Hindi, Kumaoni, English
Weather: Summer temperature is 10° - 26° Celsius &Winter temperature is between 15° - 02° Celsius
Pin Code: 263639
STD Code: 05962