Sald Urph Maja Gaon - Joshiyara, Uttarkashi
Sald Urph Maja Gaon is a village situated in the Joshiyara tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Bhatwari and around 10 km from Uttarkashi. Sald serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sald Urph Maja Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sald Urph Maja Gaon is 040772. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.72 hectares and falls under the 249193 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sald Urph Maja 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 Gangotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sald Urph Maja Gaon
As per Census 2011, Sald Urph Maja Gaon village has a total population of 719 people, consisting of 352 males and 367 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 480 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sald Urph Maja Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 719 | 352 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 46 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 81 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 276 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 76 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Sald Urph Maja Gaon
Sald Urph Maja Gaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sald Urph Maja Gaon
Sald Urph Maja Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarkashi to Sald Urph Maja Gaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sald Urph Maja Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sald Urph Maja Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sald Urph Maja 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 Sald Urph Maja Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sald Urph Maja Gaon
Where is Sald Urph Maja Gaon located?
Sald Urph Maja Gaon village is located in Joshiyara Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sald Urph Maja Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sald Urph Maja Gaon is Sald.
What is the pincode of Sald Urph Maja Gaon?
The pincode of Sald Urph Maja Gaon is 249193.
What is the population of Sald Urph Maja Gaon?
Sald Urph Maja Gaon has a total population of 719, including 352 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Sald Urph Maja Gaon?
There are 148 households in Sald Urph Maja Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sald Urph Maja Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sald Urph Maja Gaon is 66.76%. Male literacy is 78.41% and female literacy is 55.59%.