Gagar - Pati, Champawat
Gagar is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Gagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagar is 053963. The village covers a total geographical area of 511.93 hectares and falls under the 262580 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Gagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gagar
As per Census 2011, Gagar village has a total population of 955 people, consisting of 479 males and 476 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 572 literate and 383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 320 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 955 | 479 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 80 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 162 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 572 | 351 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 128 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Gagar
Gagar 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 Gagar
Gagar 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 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 Lohaghat to Gagar is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Gagar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gagar
Where is Gagar located?
Gagar village is located in Pati Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagar?
Gagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gagar?
The pincode of Gagar is 262580.
What is the population of Gagar?
Gagar has a total population of 955, including 479 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Gagar?
There are 181 households in Gagar.
What is the literacy rate in Gagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagar is 59.90%. Male literacy is 73.28% and female literacy is 46.43%.