Gadhather - Gundna, Doda
Gadhather is a village situated in the Gundna tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 40 km from Doda and around 40 km from Doda. Grather-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadhather village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadhather is 004128. The village covers a total geographical area of 2690.8 hectares and falls under the 182201 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gadhather village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadhather
According to the 2011 Census, Gadhather village had a total population of 2,599 people, including 1,331 males and 1,268 females, living in 513 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.80%, with male literacy at 59.34% and female literacy at 35.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 187, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 2,599 | 1,331 | 1,268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 266 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 94 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 632 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,599 | 699 | 900 |
Nearby Villages of Gadhather
Gadhather 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 Gadhather
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gadhather.
| 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 Doda to Gadhather is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadhather
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadhather village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadhather
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadhather village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadhather
Where is Gadhather located?
Gadhather village is located in Gundna Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadhather?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadhather is Grather-a.
What is the pincode of Gadhather?
The pincode of Gadhather is 182201.
What is the population of Gadhather?
Gadhather had a total population of 2,599, including 1,331 males and 1,268 females.
How many households are there in Gadhather?
Gadhather had 513 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadhather?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadhather was 47.80%. Male literacy was 59.34% and female literacy was 35.83%.