Andarfi Gaon - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Andarfi Gaon is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 54 km from Narendra Nagar and around 54 km from New Tehri. Dandeli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andarfi Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andarfi Gaon is 044539. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.5 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Narendra Nagar is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Andarfi Gaon 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 Andarfi Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Andarfi Gaon village had a total population of 124 people, including 58 males and 66 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.39%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 77.05%.
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 | 124 | 58 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 50 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 8 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Andarfi Gaon
Andarfi Gaon 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 Andarfi Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Andarfi Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narendra Nagar to Andarfi Gaon is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Andarfi Gaon is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andarfi Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andarfi Gaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Andarfi Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andarfi Gaon 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 Andarfi Gaon
Where is Andarfi Gaon located?
Andarfi Gaon village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Andarfi Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Andarfi Gaon is Dandeli.
What is the pincode of Andarfi Gaon?
The pincode of Andarfi Gaon is 249146.
What is the population of Andarfi Gaon?
Andarfi Gaon had a total population of 124, including 58 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Andarfi Gaon?
Andarfi Gaon had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andarfi Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andarfi Gaon was 87.39%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 77.05%.