Gagil - Someshwar, Almora
Gagil is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Beh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gagil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagil is 053396. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.24 hectares and falls under the 263636 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Gagil 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gagil
According to the 2011 Census, Gagil village had a total population of 153 people, including 73 males and 80 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,096 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.07%, with male literacy at 98.48% and female literacy at 72.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 153 | 73 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 65 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 8 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Gagil
Gagil 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 Gagil
Public transport in the Gagil is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Gagil is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gagil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gagil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gagil
Where is Gagil located?
Gagil village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gagil?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagil is Beh.
What is the pincode of Gagil?
The pincode of Gagil is 263636.
What is the population of Gagil?
Gagil had a total population of 153, including 73 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Gagil?
Gagil had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagil was 85.07%. Male literacy was 98.48% and female literacy was 72.06%.