Guwari - Churah, Chamba
Guwari is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Chamba. Guwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guwari is 006907. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Guwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guwari
As per Census 2011, Guwari village has a total population of 690 people, consisting of 359 males and 331 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guwari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 690 | 359 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 63 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 239 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 120 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Guwari
Guwari 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 Guwari
Public transport in the Guwari 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 Chamba to Guwari is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guwari 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 Guwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guwari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Guwari
Where is Guwari located?
Guwari village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Guwari is Guwadi.
What is the pincode of Guwari?
The pincode of Guwari is 176316.
What is the population of Guwari?
Guwari has a total population of 690, including 359 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Guwari?
There are 124 households in Guwari.
What is the literacy rate in Guwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guwari is 54.78%. Male literacy is 66.57% and female literacy is 41.99%.