Ujar Gaon - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Ujar Gaon is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 47 km from Tehri and around 47 km from New Tehri. Ujar Goan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ujar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujar Gaon is 043813. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.65 hectares and falls under the 249131 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Ujar 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 Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ujar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Ujar Gaon village had a total population of 242 people, including 117 males and 125 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.31%, with male literacy at 92.08% and female literacy at 71.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119.
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 | 242 | 117 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 56 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 93 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 24 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Ujar Gaon
Ujar 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 Ujar Gaon
Ujar Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ujar Gaon is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ujar Gaon is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ujar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ujar 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 Ujar 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 Ujar Gaon
Where is Ujar Gaon located?
Ujar Gaon village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ujar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Ujar Gaon is Ujar Goan.
What is the pincode of Ujar Gaon?
The pincode of Ujar Gaon is 249131.
What is the population of Ujar Gaon?
Ujar Gaon had a total population of 242, including 117 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Ujar Gaon?
Ujar Gaon had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ujar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujar Gaon was 81.31%. Male literacy was 92.08% and female literacy was 71.68%.