Vasuga
Vasuga is a village located in Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Bhatwari (tehsildar office) and 3km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Basunga is the gram panchayat of Vasuga village.
Here you can discover what makes Vasuga unique in its vibrant Bhatwari-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Vasuga’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 Vasuga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vasuga is 040774. The village spans a total geographical area of 90.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249193. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Vasuga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Vasuga
Population of Vasuga
According to the 2011 Census, Vasuga has a total population of about 280, with approximately 133 males and 147 females. The sex ratio is around 1105 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 23 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 68.21%, with male literacy at about 78.95% and female literacy near 58.50%. There are around 62 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vasuga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 280 | 133 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 191 | 105 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 28 | 61 |
Connectivity of Vasuga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vasuga. As per the 2011 stats, Vasuga 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 Vasuga
Knowing the nearby villages of Vasuga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vasuga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vasuga
- Where is Vasuga located?
- Vasuga village is situated in Bhatwari Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vasuga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vasuga is Basunga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vasuga?
- The pincode of Vasuga is 249193, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vasuga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vasuga is 280, with 133 males and 147 females.
- How many households are there in Vasuga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vasuga village has a total of 62 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vasuga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vasuga is 68.21%. The male literacy rate is 78.95%, while the female literacy rate is 58.50%.