Gudan Gaon - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Gudan Gaon is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 88 km from Narendra Nagar and around 78 km from New Tehri. Bangsari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gudan Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gudan Gaon is 044587. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.37 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Gudan 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 Gudan Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gudan Gaon village had a total population of 39 people, including 17 males and 22 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,294 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.79%, with male literacy at 76.47% and female literacy at 57.14%.
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 | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 4 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Gudan Gaon
Gudan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bag Sari | South | 1.04 km |
| Kyarsaur | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Siraun | East | 1.63 km |
| Mayan Gaon | South | 1.75 km |
| Laser | West | 1.89 km |
| Gwalna | North | 1.95 km |
| Ranakot | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Bhutali | West | 2.25 km |
| Jamari | South | 2.38 km |
| Durogi | East | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gudan Gaon
Gudan Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.4 km.
| 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 Devprayag to Gudan Gaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gudan Gaon is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gudan Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gudan 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 Gudan 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 Gudan 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 Gudan Gaon
Where is Gudan Gaon located?
Gudan Gaon village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gudan Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gudan Gaon is Bangsari.
What is the pincode of Gudan Gaon?
The pincode of Gudan Gaon is 249146.
What is the population of Gudan Gaon?
Gudan Gaon had a total population of 39, including 17 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Gudan Gaon?
Gudan Gaon had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gudan Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudan Gaon was 65.79%. Male literacy was 76.47% and female literacy was 57.14%.