Gojmir - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Gojmir is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 70 km from Tehri and around 70 km from New Tehri. Gojmir village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gojmir is 043970. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.65 hectares and falls under the 249196 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gojmir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Gojmir
According to the 2011 Census, Gojmir village had a total population of 294 people, including 136 males and 158 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,162 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.69%, with male literacy at 94.07% and female literacy at 59.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
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 | 294 | 136 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 111 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 25 | 76 |
Transport and Connectivity of Gojmir
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gojmir.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Gojmir is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gojmir is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gojmir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gojmir 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gojmir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gojmir 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gojmir
Where is Gojmir located?
Gojmir village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gojmir?
Gojmir is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gojmir?
The pincode of Gojmir is 249196.
What is the population of Gojmir?
Gojmir had a total population of 294, including 136 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Gojmir?
Gojmir had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gojmir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gojmir was 75.69%. Male literacy was 94.07% and female literacy was 59.85%.