Gadaita - Kalsi, Dehradun
Gadaita is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Basaya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadaita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadaita is 044859. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.91 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Gadaita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadaita
As per Census 2011, Gadaita village has a total population of 145 people, consisting of 74 males and 71 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadaita are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 41 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 33 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Gadaita
Gadaita 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 Gadaita
Gadaita is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vikasnagar to Gadaita is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Gadaita is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadaita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadaita village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadaita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadaita 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 Gadaita
Where is Gadaita located?
Gadaita village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadaita?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadaita is Basaya.
What is the pincode of Gadaita?
The pincode of Gadaita is 248001.
What is the population of Gadaita?
Gadaita has a total population of 145, including 74 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Gadaita?
There are 18 households in Gadaita.
What is the literacy rate in Gadaita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadaita is 47.59%. Male literacy is 55.41% and female literacy is 39.44%.