Gadera - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Gadera is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Gadera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadera is 050625. The village covers a total geographical area of 518.45 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Gadera 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 Gadera
As per Census 2011, Gadera village has a total population of 642 people, consisting of 292 males and 350 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 1,198 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 426 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 642 | 292 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 226 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 66 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Gadera
Gadera 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 Gadera
Gadera 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 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 Gadera is about 26 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 Gadera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadera 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadera 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gadera
Where is Gadera located?
Gadera village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadera?
Gadera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadera?
The pincode of Gadera is 263642.
What is the population of Gadera?
Gadera has a total population of 642, including 292 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Gadera?
There are 147 households in Gadera.
What is the literacy rate in Gadera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadera is 66.36%. Male literacy is 77.40% and female literacy is 57.14%.