Gorti Kanda - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Gorti Kanda is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 92 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Gortikanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorti Kanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorti Kanda is 043118. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.6 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gorti Kanda 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 Gorti Kanda
As per Census 2011, Gorti Kanda village has a total population of 584 people, consisting of 306 males and 278 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 350 literate and 234 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorti Kanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 584 | 306 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 51 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 225 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 81 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Gorti Kanda
Gorti Kanda 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 Gorti Kanda
Gorti Kanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gorti Kanda.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Gorti Kanda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gorti Kanda is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorti Kanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorti Kanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gorti Kanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorti Kanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gorti Kanda
Where is Gorti Kanda located?
Gorti Kanda village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorti Kanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorti Kanda is Gortikanda.
What is the pincode of Gorti Kanda?
The pincode of Gorti Kanda is 249161.
What is the population of Gorti Kanda?
Gorti Kanda has a total population of 584, including 306 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Gorti Kanda?
There are 125 households in Gorti Kanda.
What is the literacy rate in Gorti Kanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorti Kanda is 59.93%. Male literacy is 73.53% and female literacy is 44.96%.