Kirathwal Gaon - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Kirathwal Gaon is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Narendra Nagar and around 52 km from New Tehri. Birogi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kirathwal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirathwal Gaon is 044377. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.58 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Kirathwal 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 Kirathwal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Kirathwal Gaon village has a total population of 139 people, consisting of 62 males and 77 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 1,241 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 86 literate and 53 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kirathwal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 139 | 62 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 19 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Kirathwal Gaon
Kirathwal 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 Kirathwal Gaon
Kirathwal Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Tehri to Kirathwal Gaon is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kirathwal Gaon is about 52 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 Kirathwal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirathwal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kirathwal 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 Kirathwal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kirathwal Gaon
Where is Kirathwal Gaon located?
Kirathwal Gaon village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kirathwal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kirathwal Gaon is Birogi.
What is the pincode of Kirathwal Gaon?
The pincode of Kirathwal Gaon is 249146.
What is the population of Kirathwal Gaon?
Kirathwal Gaon has a total population of 139, including 62 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Kirathwal Gaon?
There are 34 households in Kirathwal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kirathwal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirathwal Gaon is 61.87%. Male literacy is 69.35% and female literacy is 55.84%.