Gadiya - Bhikiasain, Almora
Gadiya is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Bhikiyasain and around 116 km from Almora. Sanra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadiya is 051631. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.25 hectares and falls under the 263658 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 107 km away.
Gadiya 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadiya
According to the 2011 Census, Gadiya village had a total population of 44 people, including 20 males and 24 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 5 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Gadiya
Gadiya 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 Gadiya
Gadiya 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 Ramnagar to Gadiya is about 107 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Gadiya is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadiya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gadiya
Where is Gadiya located?
Gadiya village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gadiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadiya is Sanra.
What is the pincode of Gadiya?
The pincode of Gadiya is 263658.
What is the population of Gadiya?
Gadiya had a total population of 44, including 20 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Gadiya?
Gadiya had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadiya was 75.00%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 66.67%.