Adada - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Adada is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from Narendra Nagar and around 66 km from New Tehri. Odada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Adada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Adada is 044449. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.74 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Adada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Adada
According to the 2011 Census, Adada village had a total population of 396 people, including 188 males and 208 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,106 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.32%, with male literacy at 95.78% and female literacy at 64.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 396 | 188 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 159 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 29 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Adada
Adada 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 Adada
Adada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Adada is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Adada is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Adada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Adada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Adada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Adada 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Adada
Where is Adada located?
Adada village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Adada?
The Gram Panchayat of Adada is Odada.
What is the pincode of Adada?
The pincode of Adada is 249146.
What is the population of Adada?
Adada had a total population of 396, including 188 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Adada?
Adada had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Adada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Adada was 79.32%. Male literacy was 95.78% and female literacy was 64.71%.