Gwar - Bageshwar
Gwar is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gwad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gwar is 050922. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.68 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gwar
As per Census 2011, Gwar village has a total population of 351 people, consisting of 173 males and 178 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 217 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 191 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 351 | 173 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 98 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 120 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 53 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Gwar
Gwar 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 Gwar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gwar.
| 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 Bageshwar to Gwar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gwar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gwar 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 Gwar
Where is Gwar located?
Gwar village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gwar is Gwad.
What is the pincode of Gwar?
The pincode of Gwar is 263642.
What is the population of Gwar?
Gwar has a total population of 351, including 173 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Gwar?
There are 69 households in Gwar.
What is the literacy rate in Gwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gwar is 61.82%. Male literacy is 69.36% and female literacy is 54.49%.