Gapani - Bageshwar
Gapani is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Papon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gapani is 051051. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.69 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gapani
As per Census 2011, Gapani village has a total population of 79 people, consisting of 42 males and 37 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 53 literate and 26 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gapani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 36 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 6 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Gapani
Gapani 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 Gapani
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gapani.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Gapani is about 25 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 Gapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gapani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gapani
Where is Gapani located?
Gapani village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Gapani is Papon.
What is the pincode of Gapani?
The pincode of Gapani is 263634.
What is the population of Gapani?
Gapani has a total population of 79, including 42 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Gapani?
There are 15 households in Gapani.
What is the literacy rate in Gapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gapani is 67.09%. Male literacy is 85.71% and female literacy is 45.95%.