Gaul - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Gaul is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 144 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Pounti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaul is 040120. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.48 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Gaul 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 Gaul
As per Census 2011, Gaul village has a total population of 75 people, consisting of 37 males and 38 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 31 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 28 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 9 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Gaul
Gaul 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 Gaul
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gaul. Gaul has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Gaul is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Gaul is about 144 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gaul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gaul
Where is Gaul located?
Gaul village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaul?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaul is Pounti.
What is the pincode of Gaul?
The pincode of Gaul is 249185.
What is the population of Gaul?
Gaul has a total population of 75, including 37 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Gaul?
There are 17 households in Gaul.
What is the literacy rate in Gaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaul is 58.67%. Male literacy is 75.68% and female literacy is 42.11%.