Gaind - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Gaind is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Saundari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaind village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaind is 040173. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.69 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gaind village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaind
As per Census 2011, Gaind village has a total population of 131 people, consisting of 65 males and 66 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 74 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaind are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 131 | 65 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 45 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 20 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Gaind
Gaind 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 Gaind
Public transport in the Gaind is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Gaind is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Gaind is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaind
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaind 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gaind
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaind village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gaind
Where is Gaind located?
Gaind village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaind?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaind is Saundari.
What is the pincode of Gaind?
The pincode of Gaind is 249185.
What is the population of Gaind?
Gaind has a total population of 131, including 65 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Gaind?
There are 28 households in Gaind.
What is the literacy rate in Gaind?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaind is 56.49%. Male literacy is 69.23% and female literacy is 43.94%.