Gaundar - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Gaundar is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Gaundar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaundar is 042118. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.22 hectares and falls under the 246439 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Gaundar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaundar
According to the 2011 Census, Gaundar village had a total population of 294 people, including 145 males and 149 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.97%, with male literacy at 94.92% and female literacy at 68.22%.
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 | 294 | 145 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 112 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 33 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Gaundar
Gaundar 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 Gaundar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gaundar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Gaundar is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaundar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaundar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gaundar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaundar 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 Gaundar
Where is Gaundar located?
Gaundar village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaundar?
Gaundar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gaundar?
The pincode of Gaundar is 246439.
What is the population of Gaundar?
Gaundar had a total population of 294, including 145 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Gaundar?
Gaundar had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaundar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaundar was 80.97%. Male literacy was 94.92% and female literacy was 68.22%.