Gadera - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Gadera is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 62 km from Munsiari and around 66 km from Pithoragarh. Hupali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadera is 049029. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.58 hectares and falls under the 262553 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Gadera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadera
According to the 2011 Census, Gadera village had a total population of 45 people, including 21 males and 24 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 69.57%.
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 | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 7 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Gadera
Gadera 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 Gadera
Gadera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Gadera is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Gadera 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 Gadera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gadera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gadera
Where is Gadera located?
Gadera village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadera?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadera is Hupali.
What is the pincode of Gadera?
The pincode of Gadera is 262553.
What is the population of Gadera?
Gadera had a total population of 45, including 21 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Gadera?
Gadera had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadera was 71.43%. Male literacy was 73.68% and female literacy was 69.57%.