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
According to the 2011 Census, Kirathwal Gaon village had a total population of 139 people, including 62 males and 77 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,242 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.07%, with male literacy at 84.31% and female literacy at 61.43%.
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 | 139 | 62 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 139, including 62 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Kirathwal Gaon?
Kirathwal Gaon had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kirathwal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirathwal Gaon was 71.07%. Male literacy was 84.31% and female literacy was 61.43%.