Gasi - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Gasi is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Gasi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gasi is 050528. The village covers a total geographical area of 844.09 hectares and falls under the 263679 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Gasi 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 Gasi
As per Census 2011, Gasi village has a total population of 605 people, consisting of 269 males and 336 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 1,249 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 335 literate and 270 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 605 | 269 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 51 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 182 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 87 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Gasi
Gasi 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 Gasi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gasi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Gasi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gasi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gasi
Where is Gasi located?
Gasi village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gasi?
Gasi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gasi?
The pincode of Gasi is 263679.
What is the population of Gasi?
Gasi has a total population of 605, including 269 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Gasi?
There are 124 households in Gasi.
What is the literacy rate in Gasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gasi is 55.37%. Male literacy is 67.66% and female literacy is 45.54%.