Gaphar - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Gaphar is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 110 km from Tehri and around 110 km from New Tehri. Lawani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaphar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaphar is 043760. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.32 hectares and falls under the 249132 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Gaphar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaphar
As per Census 2011, Gaphar village has a total population of 94 people, consisting of 47 males and 47 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 60 literate and 34 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaphar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 38 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 9 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Gaphar
Gaphar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bansyul | North-East | 1.24 km |
| Malogi | East | 1.30 km |
| Pandogi | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Pagari | South | 1.64 km |
| Manj Kot | East | 2.15 km |
| Bhandarki | East | 2.19 km |
| Kastal | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Raidoni | South | 2.57 km |
| Lawani | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Dhamari | South-East | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaphar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gaphar. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Gaphar is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gaphar is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaphar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaphar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gaphar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaphar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gaphar
Where is Gaphar located?
Gaphar village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaphar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaphar is Lawani.
What is the pincode of Gaphar?
The pincode of Gaphar is 249132.
What is the population of Gaphar?
Gaphar has a total population of 94, including 47 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Gaphar?
There are 23 households in Gaphar.
What is the literacy rate in Gaphar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaphar is 63.83%. Male literacy is 80.85% and female literacy is 46.81%.