Kumar Gaon - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Kumar Gaon is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 86 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kumhargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumar Gaon is 042940. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.02 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Kumar 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 Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kumar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Kumar Gaon village has a total population of 255 people, consisting of 96 males and 159 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,656 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 124 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 255 | 96 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 62 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 34 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Kumar Gaon
Kumar 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 Kumar Gaon
Public transport in the Kumar Gaon 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 Kumar Gaon is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kumar Gaon is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kumar 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 Kumar Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kumar Gaon
Where is Kumar Gaon located?
Kumar Gaon village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumar Gaon is Kumhargaon.
What is the pincode of Kumar Gaon?
The pincode of Kumar Gaon is 249155.
What is the population of Kumar Gaon?
Kumar Gaon has a total population of 255, including 96 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Kumar Gaon?
There are 52 households in Kumar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kumar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumar Gaon is 51.37%. Male literacy is 64.58% and female literacy is 43.40%.