Ghandiyal Gaon - Pratapnagar, Tehri Garhwal
Ghandiyal Gaon is a village situated in the Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapnagar and around 113 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Ghandiyalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghandiyal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghandiyal Gaon is 043426. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.02 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Ghandiyal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghandiyal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Ghandiyal Gaon village has a total population of 717 people, consisting of 375 males and 342 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 461 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghandiyal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 717 | 375 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 69 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 55 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 294 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 81 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Ghandiyal Gaon
Ghandiyal 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 Ghandiyal Gaon
Public transport in the Ghandiyal Gaon is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Uttarkashi to Ghandiyal Gaon is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ghandiyal Gaon is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghandiyal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghandiyal 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 Ghandiyal 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 Ghandiyal Gaon 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 Ghandiyal Gaon
Where is Ghandiyal Gaon located?
Ghandiyal Gaon village is located in Pratapnagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghandiyal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghandiyal Gaon is Ghandiyalgaon.
What is the pincode of Ghandiyal Gaon?
The pincode of Ghandiyal Gaon is 249165.
What is the population of Ghandiyal Gaon?
Ghandiyal Gaon has a total population of 717, including 375 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Ghandiyal Gaon?
There are 111 households in Ghandiyal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ghandiyal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghandiyal Gaon is 64.30%. Male literacy is 78.40% and female literacy is 48.83%.