Ghar Gaon - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Ghar Gaon is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 52 km from Narendra Nagar and around 55 km from New Tehri. Ghargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghar Gaon is 044364. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.7 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Ghar 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Ghar Gaon village had a total population of 271 people, including 108 males and 163 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,509 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.64%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 61.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 271 | 108 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 20 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 78 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 30 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Ghar Gaon
Ghar 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 Ghar Gaon
Ghar Gaon 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Ghar Gaon is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ghar Gaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghar Gaon 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 Ghar 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 Ghar Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghar Gaon
Where is Ghar Gaon located?
Ghar Gaon village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghar Gaon is Ghargaon.
What is the pincode of Ghar Gaon?
The pincode of Ghar Gaon is 249146.
What is the population of Ghar Gaon?
Ghar Gaon had a total population of 271, including 108 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Ghar Gaon?
Ghar Gaon had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghar Gaon was 73.64%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 61.76%.