Gajeli - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Gajeli is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 85 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Unana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gajeli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajeli is 043184. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.31 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gajeli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gajeli
As per Census 2011, Gajeli village has a total population of 67 people, consisting of 29 males and 38 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,310 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gajeli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67 | 29 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 8 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Gajeli
Gajeli 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 Gajeli
Gajeli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Gajeli is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gajeli is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajeli 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gajeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajeli 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 Gajeli
Where is Gajeli located?
Gajeli village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gajeli?
The Gram Panchayat of Gajeli is Unana.
What is the pincode of Gajeli?
The pincode of Gajeli is 249122.
What is the population of Gajeli?
Gajeli has a total population of 67, including 29 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Gajeli?
There are 16 households in Gajeli.
What is the literacy rate in Gajeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajeli is 65.67%. Male literacy is 72.41% and female literacy is 60.53%.