Gawahi - Kalka, Panchkula
Gawahi is a village situated in the Kalka tehsil of Panchkula district, Haryana. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalka and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Panchkula. Dakhrog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawahi is 057012. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 133302 pincode. Kalka is the nearest town.
Gawahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gawahi
As per Census 2011, Gawahi village has a total population of 260 people, consisting of 142 males and 118 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 830 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gawahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 260 | 142 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 103 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 39 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Gawahi
Gawahi 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 Gawahi
Gawahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panchkula to Gawahi is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawahi 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 Gawahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawahi 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 Gawahi
Where is Gawahi located?
Gawahi village is located in Kalka Tehsil, Panchkula district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawahi is Dakhrog.
What is the pincode of Gawahi?
The pincode of Gawahi is 133302.
What is the population of Gawahi?
Gawahi has a total population of 260, including 142 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Gawahi?
There are 44 households in Gawahi.
What is the literacy rate in Gawahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawahi is 64.62%. Male literacy is 72.54% and female literacy is 55.08%.