Gaonkhet - Nainbag, Tehri Garhwal
Gaonkhet is a village situated in the Nainbag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 56 km from Dhanaulti and around 92 km from New Tehri. Bhediyana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaonkhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaonkhet is 044172. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.23 hectares and falls under the 249186 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gaonkhet 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 Gaonkhet
As per Census 2011, Gaonkhet village has a total population of 163 people, consisting of 82 males and 81 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaonkhet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 163 | 82 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 57 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 25 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Gaonkhet
Gaonkhet 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 Gaonkhet
Gaonkhet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Mussoorie to Gaonkhet is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gaonkhet is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaonkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaonkhet 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 Gaonkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaonkhet 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 Gaonkhet
Where is Gaonkhet located?
Gaonkhet village is located in Nainbag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaonkhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaonkhet is Bhediyana.
What is the pincode of Gaonkhet?
The pincode of Gaonkhet is 249186.
What is the population of Gaonkhet?
Gaonkhet has a total population of 163, including 82 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Gaonkhet?
There are 31 households in Gaonkhet.
What is the literacy rate in Gaonkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaonkhet is 55.21%. Male literacy is 69.51% and female literacy is 40.74%.