Ghandala - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Ghandala is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Thanki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghandala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghandala is 040297. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.15 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ghandala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Ghandala
According to the 2011 Census, Ghandala village had a total population of 115 people, including 56 males and 59 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.43%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 48.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 29 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Ghandala
Ghandala 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 Ghandala
Ghandala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Ghandala is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Ghandala is about 102 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 Ghandala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghandala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghandala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghandala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghandala
Where is Ghandala located?
Ghandala village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghandala?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghandala is Thanki.
What is the pincode of Ghandala?
The pincode of Ghandala is 249141.
What is the population of Ghandala?
Ghandala had a total population of 115, including 56 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Ghandala?
Ghandala had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghandala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghandala was 55.43%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 48.00%.