Gagar Gaon - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Gagar Gaon is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 40 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Selur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gagar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagar Gaon is 043846. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.46 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Gagar 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 Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gagar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gagar Gaon village had a total population of 212 people, including 96 males and 116 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,208 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.07%, with male literacy at 84.09% and female literacy at 60.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 212 | 96 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 22 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Gagar Gaon
Gagar Gaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Indar | South | 0.74 km |
| Uppu Malla | North-West | 0.78 km |
| Gangwan Gaon | South-West | 0.84 km |
| Paneeth | East | 0.93 km |
| Rudiya Dang | North | 1.26 km |
| Dobara | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Maseth | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Silla Uppu | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Saur Math | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Plas | East | 1.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gagar Gaon
Public transport in the Gagar Gaon is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chamba to Gagar Gaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gagar Gaon is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gagar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gagar 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 Gagar Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gagar Gaon
Where is Gagar Gaon located?
Gagar Gaon village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagar Gaon is Selur.
What is the pincode of Gagar Gaon?
The pincode of Gagar Gaon is 249001.
What is the population of Gagar Gaon?
Gagar Gaon had a total population of 212, including 96 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Gagar Gaon?
Gagar Gaon had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagar Gaon was 71.07%. Male literacy was 84.09% and female literacy was 60.55%.