Gaja
Gaja is a village located in Lansdowne tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 80km away from sub-district headquarter Lansdowne (tehsildar office) and 180km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Muchail Gaoun is the gram panchayat of Gaja village.
Here you can discover what makes Gaja unique in its vibrant Lansdowne-Garhwal region. You’ll see Gaja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gaja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaja is 047664. The village spans a total geographical area of 122.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246170. Lansdowne is nearest town to Gaja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.
Google Map of Gaja
Population of Gaja
According to the 2011 Census, Gaja has a total population of about 110, with approximately 50 males and 60 females. The sex ratio is around 1200 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 16 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.45%, with male literacy at about 84.00% and female literacy near 68.33%. There are around 25 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 110 | 50 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 8 | 19 |
Connectivity of Gaja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaja. As per the 2011 stats, Gaja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaja
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaja
- Where is Gaja located?
- Gaja village is situated in Lansdowne Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gaja is Muchail Gaoun (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gaja?
- The pincode of Gaja is 246170, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaja is 110, with 50 males and 60 females.
- How many households are there in Gaja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaja village has a total of 25 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaja is 75.45%. The male literacy rate is 84.00%, while the female literacy rate is 68.33%.