Gudam State - Tharali, Chamoli
Gudam State is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Talwadi State serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gudam State village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gudam State is 041730. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.3 hectares and falls under the 246482 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Gudam State village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gudam State
According to the 2011 Census, Gudam State village had a total population of 235 people, including 112 males and 123 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.08%, with male literacy at 98.97% and female literacy at 85.71%.
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 | 235 | 112 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 96 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 16 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Gudam State
Gudam State 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 Gudam State
Gudam State 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 Gudam State is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Gudam State is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gudam State
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gudam State 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gudam State
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gudam State 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gudam State
Where is Gudam State located?
Gudam State village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gudam State?
The Gram Panchayat of Gudam State is Talwadi State.
What is the pincode of Gudam State?
The pincode of Gudam State is 246482.
What is the population of Gudam State?
Gudam State had a total population of 235, including 112 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Gudam State?
Gudam State had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gudam State?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudam State was 92.08%. Male literacy was 98.97% and female literacy was 85.71%.