Gadka Margaon - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Gadka Margaon is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from Pauri and around 13 km from Pauri. Gaad Ka Margaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadka Margaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadka Margaon is 046257. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.38 hectares and falls under the 246166 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Gadka Margaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadka Margaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gadka Margaon village had a total population of 428 people, including 209 males and 219 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.28%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 66.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 137.
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 | 428 | 209 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 70 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 165 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 44 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Gadka Margaon
Gadka Margaon 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 Gadka Margaon
Gadka Margaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Gadka Margaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadka Margaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadka Margaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gadka Margaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadka Margaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gadka Margaon
Where is Gadka Margaon located?
Gadka Margaon village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadka Margaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadka Margaon is Gaad Ka Margaon.
What is the pincode of Gadka Margaon?
The pincode of Gadka Margaon is 246166.
What is the population of Gadka Margaon?
Gadka Margaon had a total population of 428, including 209 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Gadka Margaon?
Gadka Margaon had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadka Margaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadka Margaon was 77.28%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 66.16%.