Gaaj - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Gaaj is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Mauna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaaj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaaj is 054569. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.89 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Gaaj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gaaj
According to the 2011 Census, Gaaj village had a total population of 79 people, including 42 males and 37 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.29%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 68.57%.
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 | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 7 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Gaaj
Gaaj 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 Gaaj
Public transport in the Gaaj is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Almora to Gaaj is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Gaaj is about 66 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 Gaaj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaaj 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 Gaaj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaaj 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 Gaaj
Where is Gaaj located?
Gaaj village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gaaj?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaaj is Mauna.
What is the pincode of Gaaj?
The pincode of Gaaj is 263134.
What is the population of Gaaj?
Gaaj had a total population of 79, including 42 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Gaaj?
Gaaj had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaaj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaaj was 84.29%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 68.57%.