Gajwan Gaon - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Gajwan Gaon is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Ghansali and around 88 km from New Tehri. Mandra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gajwan Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajwan Gaon is 042798. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.25 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Gajwan Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gajwan Gaon
As per Census 2011, Gajwan Gaon village has a total population of 188 people, consisting of 87 males and 101 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,160 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 82 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gajwan Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 188 | 87 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 42 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Gajwan Gaon
Gajwan Gaon 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 Gajwan Gaon
Public transport in the Gajwan Gaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Srinagar to Gajwan Gaon is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gajwan Gaon is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajwan Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajwan Gaon 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 Gajwan Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajwan Gaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gajwan Gaon
Where is Gajwan Gaon located?
Gajwan Gaon village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gajwan Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gajwan Gaon is Mandra.
What is the pincode of Gajwan Gaon?
The pincode of Gajwan Gaon is 249125.
What is the population of Gajwan Gaon?
Gajwan Gaon has a total population of 188, including 87 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Gajwan Gaon?
There are 42 households in Gajwan Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gajwan Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajwan Gaon is 43.62%. Male literacy is 51.72% and female literacy is 36.63%.