Gankya

Gankya is a village located in Yamkeshwar tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Yamkeshwar (tehsildar office) and 181km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Magtha is the gram panchayat of Gankya village.

Gankya has its own place in the vibrant Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gankya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gankya is 048685. The village spans a total geographical area of 103.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246121. Rishikesh is nearest town to Gankya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

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Population of Gankya

Below is a concise population overview of Gankya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 147 67 80
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 13 7 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 110 60 50
Illiterate Population 37 7 30

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gankya village:

  • The total population of Gankya village is around 147, including approximately 67 males and 80 females, with a sex ratio of 1194 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 13 children aged 0–6 years in Gankya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Gankya village is about 74.83%, with male literacy at 89.55% and female literacy at 62.50%.
  • There are around 36 households in Gankya village.

Connectivity of Gankya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gankya. As per the 2011 stats, Gankya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gankya

Knowing the nearby villages of Gankya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gankya.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gankya

Where is Gankya located?
Gankya village is situated in Yamkeshwar Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gankya?
The Gram Panchayat of Gankya is Magtha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gankya?
The pincode of Gankya is 246121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gankya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gankya is 147, with 67 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Gankya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gankya village has a total of 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gankya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gankya is 74.83%. The male literacy rate is 89.55%, while the female literacy rate is 62.50%.