Gaonkhet
Gaonkhet is a village located in Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 56km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanaulti (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Bhediyana is the gram panchayat of Gaonkhet village.
Here you can discover what makes Gaonkhet unique in its vibrant Dhanaulti-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Gaonkhet’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gaonkhet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaonkhet is 044172. The village spans a total geographical area of 124.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248179. Mussoorie is nearest town to Gaonkhet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Gaonkhet
Population of Gaonkhet
According to the 2011 Census, Gaonkhet has a total population of about 163, with approximately 82 males and 81 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 27 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.21%, with male literacy at about 69.51% and female literacy near 40.74%. There are around 31 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaonkhet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 163 | 82 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 90 | 57 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 25 | 48 |
Connectivity of Gaonkhet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaonkhet. As per the 2011 stats, Gaonkhet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaonkhet
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaonkhet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaonkhet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaonkhet
- Where is Gaonkhet located?
- Gaonkhet village is situated in Dhanaulti Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaonkhet?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gaonkhet is Bhediyana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gaonkhet?
- The pincode of Gaonkhet is 248179, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaonkhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaonkhet is 163, with 82 males and 81 females.
- How many households are there in Gaonkhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaonkhet village has a total of 31 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaonkhet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaonkhet is 55.21%. The male literacy rate is 69.51%, while the female literacy rate is 40.74%.