Gundiyar Gaon - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Gundiyar Gaon is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Gundiyatgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gundiyar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundiyar Gaon is 040105. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.22 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Gundiyar 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 Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundiyar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gundiyar Gaon village had a total population of 1,253 people, including 635 males and 618 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.81%, with male literacy at 88.95% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 554.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,253 | 635 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 92 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 282 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 818 | 483 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 152 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Gundiyar Gaon
Gundiyar 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 Gundiyar Gaon
Gundiyar Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Gundiyar Gaon is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Gundiyar Gaon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundiyar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundiyar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gundiyar 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 Gundiyar Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gundiyar Gaon
Where is Gundiyar Gaon located?
Gundiyar Gaon village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundiyar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gundiyar Gaon is Gundiyatgaon.
What is the pincode of Gundiyar Gaon?
The pincode of Gundiyar Gaon is 249185.
What is the population of Gundiyar Gaon?
Gundiyar Gaon had a total population of 1,253, including 635 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Gundiyar Gaon?
Gundiyar Gaon had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundiyar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundiyar Gaon was 75.81%. Male literacy was 88.95% and female literacy was 62.50%.