Gaindi - Narendra Nagar, Tehri Garhwal
Gaindi is a village situated in the Narendra Nagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Narendra Nagar and around 45 km from New Tehri. Gaindi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaindi is 044417. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.21 hectares and falls under the 249145 pincode. Narendra Nagar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Gaindi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gaindi
According to the 2011 Census, Gaindi village had a total population of 234 people, including 118 males and 116 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.46%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 57.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 234 | 118 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 91 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 27 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Gaindi
Gaindi 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 Gaindi
Gaindi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narendra Nagar to Gaindi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gaindi is about 45 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 Gaindi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaindi 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 Gaindi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaindi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gaindi
Where is Gaindi located?
Gaindi village is located in Narendra Nagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaindi?
Gaindi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gaindi?
The pincode of Gaindi is 249145.
What is the population of Gaindi?
Gaindi had a total population of 234, including 118 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Gaindi?
Gaindi had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaindi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaindi was 72.46%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 57.28%.