Gaind - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Gaind is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from Narendra Nagar and around 35 km from New Tehri. Gaind village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaind is 044382. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.77 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Narendra Nagar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gaind village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Gaind
According to the 2011 Census, Gaind village had a total population of 271 people, including 131 males and 140 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.79%, with male literacy at 85.22% and female literacy at 58.82%.
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 | 271 | 131 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 98 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 33 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Gaind
Gaind 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 Gaind
Gaind is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narendra Nagar to Gaind is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gaind is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaind
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaind 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gaind
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaind 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 Gaind
Where is Gaind located?
Gaind village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaind?
Gaind is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gaind?
The pincode of Gaind is 249146.
What is the population of Gaind?
Gaind had a total population of 271, including 131 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Gaind?
Gaind had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaind?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaind was 71.79%. Male literacy was 85.22% and female literacy was 58.82%.