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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gasi village had a total population of 605 people, including 269 males and 336 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 1,249 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.05%, with male literacy at 83.49% and female literacy at 51.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 605 | 269 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 51 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 605, including 269 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Gasi?
Gasi had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gasi was 65.05%. Male literacy was 83.49% and female literacy was 51.52%.