Gethana - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Gethana is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Gaithana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gethana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gethana is 042637. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.72 hectares and falls under the 246141 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Gethana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gethana
According to the 2011 Census, Gethana village had a total population of 768 people, including 335 males and 433 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 1,293 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.51%, with male literacy at 90.35% and female literacy at 60.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 249.
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 | 768 | 335 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 76 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 115 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 234 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 101 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Gethana
Gethana 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 Gethana
Gethana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Rudraprayag to Gethana is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gethana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gethana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gethana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gethana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gethana
Where is Gethana located?
Gethana village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gethana?
The Gram Panchayat of Gethana is Gaithana.
What is the pincode of Gethana?
The pincode of Gethana is 246141.
What is the population of Gethana?
Gethana had a total population of 768, including 335 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Gethana?
Gethana had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gethana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gethana was 72.51%. Male literacy was 90.35% and female literacy was 60.16%.