Gainchwan Gaon
Gainchwan Gaon is a village located in Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Mori (tehsildar office) and 168km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Gainchwan Gaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gainchwan Gaon unique in its vibrant Mori-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Gainchwan 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 Gainchwan Gaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gainchwan Gaon is 040255. The village spans a total geographical area of 137.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249128. Barkot is nearest town to Gainchwan Gaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 77km away.
Google Map of Gainchwan Gaon
Population of Gainchwan Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gainchwan Gaon has a total population of about 783, with approximately 432 males and 351 females. The sex ratio is around 812 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 95 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 189 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.86%, with male literacy at about 76.85% and female literacy near 47.86%. There are around 192 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gainchwan Gaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 783 | 432 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 49 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 105 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 332 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 100 | 183 |
Connectivity of Gainchwan Gaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gainchwan Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gainchwan Gaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gainchwan Gaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gainchwan Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gainchwan Gaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gainchwan Gaon
- Where is Gainchwan Gaon located?
- Gainchwan Gaon village is situated in Mori Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gainchwan Gaon?
- Gainchwan Gaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gainchwan Gaon?
- The pincode of Gainchwan Gaon is 249128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gainchwan Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gainchwan Gaon is 783, with 432 males and 351 females.
- How many households are there in Gainchwan Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gainchwan Gaon village has a total of 192 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gainchwan Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gainchwan Gaon is 63.86%. The male literacy rate is 76.85%, while the female literacy rate is 47.86%.