Garhsindwal Gaon - Pratapnagar, Tehri Garhwal
Garhsindwal Gaon is a village situated in the Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapnagar and around 102 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Garhsinwalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhsindwal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhsindwal Gaon is 043480. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.22 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Garhsindwal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garhsindwal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Garhsindwal Gaon village has a total population of 637 people, consisting of 327 males and 310 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 357 literate and 280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 452 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhsindwal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 637 | 327 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 452 | 240 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 232 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 95 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Garhsindwal Gaon
Garhsindwal 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 Garhsindwal Gaon
Public transport in the Garhsindwal Gaon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Uttarkashi to Garhsindwal Gaon is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Garhsindwal Gaon is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhsindwal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhsindwal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garhsindwal 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 Garhsindwal 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 Garhsindwal Gaon
Where is Garhsindwal Gaon located?
Garhsindwal Gaon village is located in Pratapnagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhsindwal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhsindwal Gaon is Garhsinwalgaon.
What is the pincode of Garhsindwal Gaon?
The pincode of Garhsindwal Gaon is 249165.
What is the population of Garhsindwal Gaon?
Garhsindwal Gaon has a total population of 637, including 327 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Garhsindwal Gaon?
There are 134 households in Garhsindwal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Garhsindwal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhsindwal Gaon is 56.04%. Male literacy is 70.95% and female literacy is 40.32%.