Domkandar Gaon - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Domkandar Gaon is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 95 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kandargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Domkandar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Domkandar Gaon is 042863. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.56 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Domkandar 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 Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Domkandar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Domkandar Gaon village has a total population of 103 people, consisting of 45 males and 58 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 1,288 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 63 literate and 40 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Domkandar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 103 | 45 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 45 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 10 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Domkandar Gaon
Domkandar 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 Domkandar Gaon
Domkandar Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Tehri to Domkandar Gaon is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Domkandar Gaon is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Domkandar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Domkandar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Domkandar 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 Domkandar 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 Domkandar Gaon
Where is Domkandar Gaon located?
Domkandar Gaon village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Domkandar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Domkandar Gaon is Kandargaon.
What is the pincode of Domkandar Gaon?
The pincode of Domkandar Gaon is 249155.
What is the population of Domkandar Gaon?
Domkandar Gaon has a total population of 103, including 45 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Domkandar Gaon?
There are 19 households in Domkandar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Domkandar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Domkandar Gaon is 61.17%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 48.28%.