Gumal Gaon - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Gumal Gaon is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from Narendra Nagar and around 60 km from New Tehri. Gumalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gumal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gumal Gaon is 044560. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.17 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Narendra Nagar is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Gumal Gaon 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 Gumal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Gumal Gaon village has a total population of 207 people, consisting of 90 males and 117 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,300 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 136 literate and 71 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gumal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 207 | 90 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 72 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 18 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Gumal Gaon
Gumal 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 Gumal Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gumal 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 Gumal Gaon is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gumal Gaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gumal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gumal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gumal 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 Gumal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gumal Gaon
Where is Gumal Gaon located?
Gumal Gaon village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gumal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gumal Gaon is Gumalgaon.
What is the pincode of Gumal Gaon?
The pincode of Gumal Gaon is 249146.
What is the population of Gumal Gaon?
Gumal Gaon has a total population of 207, including 90 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Gumal Gaon?
There are 57 households in Gumal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gumal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gumal Gaon is 65.70%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 54.70%.