Gagar Gaon
Gagar Gaon is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Selur is the gram panchayat of Gagar Gaon village.
Gagar Gaon has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gagar Gaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gagar Gaon is 043846. The village spans a total geographical area of 65.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249130. Chamba is nearest town to Gagar Gaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gagar Gaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Gagar Gaon
Below is a concise population overview of Gagar Gaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 212 | 96 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 22 | 50 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gagar Gaon village:
- The total population of Gagar Gaon village is around 212, including approximately 96 males and 116 females, with a sex ratio of 1208 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 15 children aged 0–6 years in Gagar Gaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gagar Gaon village has 15 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Gagar Gaon village is about 66.04%, with male literacy at 77.08% and female literacy at 56.90%.
- There are around 53 households in Gagar Gaon village.
Connectivity of Gagar Gaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gagar Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gagar Gaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gagar Gaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gagar Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gagar Gaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gagar Gaon
- Where is Gagar Gaon located?
- Gagar Gaon village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gagar Gaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gagar Gaon is Selur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gagar Gaon?
- The pincode of Gagar Gaon is 249130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gagar Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gagar Gaon is 212, with 96 males and 116 females.
- How many households are there in Gagar Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gagar Gaon village has a total of 53 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gagar Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gagar Gaon is 66.04%. The male literacy rate is 77.08%, while the female literacy rate is 56.90%.