Kumar Gaon - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Kumar Gaon is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 30 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Indwalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumar Gaon is 044010. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.39 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kumar 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 Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kumar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Kumar Gaon village has a total population of 86 people, consisting of 38 males and 48 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 1,263 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 48 literate and 38 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86 | 38 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 14 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Kumar Gaon
Kumar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Than Dobhalu Ka | South-East | 0.80 km |
| Makhaliyan Chak | North-East | 0.82 km |
| Riyunti | North | 0.98 km |
| Jakhot | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Mudan Gaon | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Chaman Gaon | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Sabali Talli | South | 1.64 km |
| Jhaildiyal Gaon | West | 1.66 km |
| Tipral Gaon | West | 2.05 km |
| Narangi | South-West | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kumar Gaon
Public transport in the Kumar Gaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Kumar Gaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kumar Gaon is about 30 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 Kumar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kumar 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 Kumar Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kumar Gaon
Where is Kumar Gaon located?
Kumar Gaon village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumar Gaon is Indwalgaon.
What is the pincode of Kumar Gaon?
The pincode of Kumar Gaon is 249001.
What is the population of Kumar Gaon?
Kumar Gaon has a total population of 86, including 38 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Kumar Gaon?
There are 18 households in Kumar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kumar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumar Gaon is 55.81%. Male literacy is 63.16% and female literacy is 50.00%.