Fafaruwan Gaon - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Fafaruwan Gaon is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 70 km from Narendra Nagar and around 63 km from New Tehri. Mangaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fafaruwan Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fafaruwan Gaon is 044555. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.39 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Narendra Nagar is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Fafaruwan 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 Fafaruwan Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Fafaruwan Gaon village had a total population of 117 people, including 67 males and 50 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 746 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.71%, with male literacy at 82.76% and female literacy at 44.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 117 | 67 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 48 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 19 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Fafaruwan Gaon
Fafaruwan Gaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sountiyal Gaon | West | 0.74 km |
| Pendars | East | 0.88 km |
| Mulwani | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Sain | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Bamankhola | West | 1.46 km |
| Dobhal Gaon | West | 1.46 km |
| Ali Talli | North | 1.65 km |
| Ali Malli | North | 1.72 km |
| Vairola | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Gairogi Sera | North-West | 1.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fafaruwan Gaon
Fafaruwan Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.2 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narendra Nagar to Fafaruwan Gaon is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Fafaruwan Gaon is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fafaruwan Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fafaruwan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Fafaruwan 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 Fafaruwan 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 Fafaruwan Gaon
Where is Fafaruwan Gaon located?
Fafaruwan Gaon village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Fafaruwan Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Fafaruwan Gaon is Mangaon.
What is the pincode of Fafaruwan Gaon?
The pincode of Fafaruwan Gaon is 249146.
What is the population of Fafaruwan Gaon?
Fafaruwan Gaon had a total population of 117, including 67 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Fafaruwan Gaon?
Fafaruwan Gaon had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fafaruwan Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fafaruwan Gaon was 65.71%. Male literacy was 82.76% and female literacy was 44.68%.