Gadauta - Gairsain, Chamoli
Gadauta is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Malkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadauta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadauta is 042031. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.36 hectares and falls under the 246431 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Gadauta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadauta
According to the 2011 Census, Gadauta village had a total population of 172 people, including 75 males and 97 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,293 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.70%, with male literacy at 86.89% and female literacy at 71.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 172 | 75 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 53 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 22 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Gadauta
Gadauta 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 Gadauta
Gadauta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Gadauta is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Gadauta is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadauta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadauta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gadauta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadauta 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 Gadauta
Where is Gadauta located?
Gadauta village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gadauta?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadauta is Malkot.
What is the pincode of Gadauta?
The pincode of Gadauta is 246431.
What is the population of Gadauta?
Gadauta had a total population of 172, including 75 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Gadauta?
Gadauta had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadauta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadauta was 77.70%. Male literacy was 86.89% and female literacy was 71.26%.