Gahar
About Gahar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gahar village is 043064. Gahar village is located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Gahar village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 41.73 hectares. Gahar has a total population of 254 peoples, out of which male population is 127 while female population is 127. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gahar village is 57.48% out of which 70.08% males and 44.88% females are literate. There are about 60 houses in gahar village. Pincode of gahar village locality is 249122.
When it comes to administration, Gahar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gahar village comes under Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha constituency & Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Devprayag is nearest town to gahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Gahar
The population details of Gahar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 254 | 127 | 127 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 146 | 89 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 38 | 70 |
Connectivity of Gahar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gahar
Where is Gahar located?
Gahar village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahar?
Gahar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gahar?
The pincode of Gahar is 249122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahar is 254, with 127 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Gahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gahar village has a total of 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahar is 57.48%. The male literacy rate is 70.08%, while the female literacy rate is 44.88%.