Gaind
Gaind is a village located in Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Puraula (tehsildar office) and 113km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Saundari is the gram panchayat of Gaind village.
Here you can discover what makes Gaind unique in its vibrant Puraula-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Gaind’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 Gaind
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaind is 040173. The village spans a total geographical area of 34.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249185. Barkot is nearest town to Gaind village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Gaind
Population of Gaind
According to the 2011 Census, Gaind has a total population of about 131, with approximately 65 males and 66 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 16 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 66 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 56.49%, with male literacy at about 69.23% and female literacy near 43.94%. There are around 28 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaind's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 131 | 65 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 74 | 45 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 20 | 37 |
Connectivity of Gaind
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaind. As per the 2011 stats, Gaind 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaind
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaind helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaind.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaind
- Where is Gaind located?
- Gaind village is situated in Puraula Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaind?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gaind is Saundari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gaind?
- The pincode of Gaind is 249185, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaind as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaind is 131, with 65 males and 66 females.
- How many households are there in Gaind as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaind village has a total of 28 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaind as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaind is 56.49%. The male literacy rate is 69.23%, while the female literacy rate is 43.94%.