Gaunsari - Jakhani Dhar, Tehri Garhwal
Gaunsari is a village situated in the Jakhani Dhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Jakhnidhar and around 60 km from New Tehri. Gaunsari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaunsari is 043688. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.87 hectares and falls under the 249121 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Gaunsari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaunsari
According to the 2011 Census, Gaunsari village had a total population of 167 people, including 64 males and 103 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,609 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.81%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 60.87%.
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 | 167 | 64 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 51 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 13 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Gaunsari
Gaunsari 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 Gaunsari
Gaunsari 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 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 Gaunsari is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gaunsari is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaunsari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaunsari 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gaunsari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaunsari 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 Gaunsari
Where is Gaunsari located?
Gaunsari village is located in Jakhani Dhar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaunsari?
Gaunsari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gaunsari?
The pincode of Gaunsari is 249121.
What is the population of Gaunsari?
Gaunsari had a total population of 167, including 64 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Gaunsari?
Gaunsari had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaunsari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaunsari was 71.81%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 60.87%.