Pujar Gaon - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Pujar Gaon is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 88 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Badongaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pujar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pujar Gaon is 042941. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.8 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Pujar 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 Pujar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Pujar Gaon village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 94 males and 75 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 797 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 105 literate and 64 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pujar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 94 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 64 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 30 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Pujar Gaon
Pujar 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 Pujar Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pujar Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pujar Gaon is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Pujar Gaon is about 88 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 Pujar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pujar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pujar 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 Pujar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pujar Gaon
Where is Pujar Gaon located?
Pujar Gaon village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pujar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pujar Gaon is Badongaon.
What is the pincode of Pujar Gaon?
The pincode of Pujar Gaon is 249155.
What is the population of Pujar Gaon?
Pujar Gaon has a total population of 169, including 94 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Pujar Gaon?
There are 34 households in Pujar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pujar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pujar Gaon is 62.13%. Male literacy is 68.09% and female literacy is 54.67%.