Gumchiya
Gumchiya is a village located in Gadarpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Gadarpur (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Gumchaeya is the gram panchayat of Gumchiya village.
Here you can discover what makes Gumchiya unique in its vibrant Gadarpur-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Gumchiya’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 Gumchiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gumchiya is 056060. The village spans a total geographical area of 201.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263152. Gadarpur is nearest town to Gumchiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gumchiya 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 Gadarpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gumchiya
Population of Gumchiya
According to the 2011 Census, Gumchiya has a total population of about 1,036, with approximately 544 males and 492 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 145 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 702 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 60.33%, with male literacy at about 65.07% and female literacy near 55.08%. There are around 185 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gumchiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,036 | 544 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 702 | 359 | 343 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 625 | 354 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 190 | 221 |
Connectivity of Gumchiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gumchiya. As per the 2011 stats, Gumchiya 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gumchiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Gumchiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gumchiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gumchiya
- Where is Gumchiya located?
- Gumchiya village is situated in Gadarpur Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gumchiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gumchiya is Gumchaeya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gumchiya?
- The pincode of Gumchiya is 263152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gumchiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gumchiya is 1,036, with 544 males and 492 females.
- How many households are there in Gumchiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gumchiya village has a total of 185 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gumchiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gumchiya is 60.33%. The male literacy rate is 65.07%, while the female literacy rate is 55.08%.