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.
Here you can discover what makes Gagar Gaon unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Gagar Gaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Gagar Gaon
Population of Gagar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gagar Gaon has a total population of about 212, with approximately 96 males and 116 females. The sex ratio is around 1208 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 15 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 15 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.04%, with male literacy at about 77.08% and female literacy near 56.90%. There are around 53 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gagar Gaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.