Kashi Gaon - Jakhani Dhar, Tehri Garhwal
Kashi Gaon is a village situated in the Jakhani Dhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Jakhnidhar and around 65 km from New Tehri. Kandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kashi Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kashi Gaon is 043620. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.94 hectares and falls under the 249121 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Kashi 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 Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kashi Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kashi Gaon village had a total population of 188 people, including 84 males and 104 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,238 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.91%, with male literacy at 88.73% and female literacy at 69.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 188 | 84 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 63 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 21 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Kashi Gaon
Kashi 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 Kashi Gaon
Kashi 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 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 Kashi Gaon is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kashi Gaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kashi Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kashi 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 Kashi 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 Kashi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kashi Gaon
Where is Kashi Gaon located?
Kashi Gaon village is located in Jakhani Dhar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kashi Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kashi Gaon is Kandi.
What is the pincode of Kashi Gaon?
The pincode of Kashi Gaon is 249121.
What is the population of Kashi Gaon?
Kashi Gaon had a total population of 188, including 84 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Kashi Gaon?
Kashi Gaon had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kashi Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kashi Gaon was 77.91%. Male literacy was 88.73% and female literacy was 69.57%.