Gangwan Gaon
Gangwan Gaon is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 39km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Selur is the gram panchayat of Gangwan Gaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Gangwan Gaon unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Gangwan 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 Gangwan Gaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangwan Gaon is 043851. The village spans a total geographical area of 9.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249001. Chamba is nearest town to Gangwan Gaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gangwan 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 Gangwan Gaon
Population of Gangwan Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gangwan Gaon has a total population of about 10, with approximately 6 males and 4 females. The sex ratio is around 666 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.00%, with male literacy at about 83.33% and female literacy near 50.00%. There are around 2 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangwan Gaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Connectivity of Gangwan Gaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangwan Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gangwan 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 Gangwan Gaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangwan Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangwan Gaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangwan Gaon
- Where is Gangwan Gaon located?
- Gangwan Gaon village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangwan Gaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gangwan 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 Gangwan Gaon?
- The pincode of Gangwan Gaon is 249001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gangwan Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangwan Gaon is 10, with 6 males and 4 females.
- How many households are there in Gangwan Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangwan Gaon village has a total of 2 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangwan Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangwan Gaon is 70.00%. The male literacy rate is 83.33%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.