Gandasu - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Gandasu is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Devprayag and around 130 km from New Tehri. Dhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandasu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandasu is 043376. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.25 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gandasu 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 Gandasu
As per Census 2011, Gandasu village has a total population of 83 people, consisting of 45 males and 38 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 14 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandasu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 5 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Gandasu
Gandasu 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 Gandasu
Gandasu 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 5-10 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 Kirtinagar to Gandasu is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gandasu is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandasu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandasu 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 Gandasu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandasu 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gandasu
Where is Gandasu located?
Gandasu village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandasu?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandasu is Dhari.
What is the pincode of Gandasu?
The pincode of Gandasu is 249161.
What is the population of Gandasu?
Gandasu has a total population of 83, including 45 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Gandasu?
There are 17 households in Gandasu.
What is the literacy rate in Gandasu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandasu is 83.13%. Male literacy is 88.89% and female literacy is 76.32%.