Gwalde - Garud, Bageshwar
Gwalde is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Har Bagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gwalde village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gwalde is 051407. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.64 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Gwalde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gwalde
As per Census 2011, Gwalde village has a total population of 162 people, consisting of 75 males and 87 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,160 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 112 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gwalde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 162 | 75 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 6 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 47 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 60 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 15 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Gwalde
Gwalde 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 Gwalde
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gwalde.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bageshwar to Gwalde is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gwalde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gwalde 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 Gwalde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gwalde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gwalde
Where is Gwalde located?
Gwalde village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gwalde?
The Gram Panchayat of Gwalde is Har Bagar.
What is the pincode of Gwalde?
The pincode of Gwalde is 263641.
What is the population of Gwalde?
Gwalde has a total population of 162, including 75 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Gwalde?
There are 32 households in Gwalde.
What is the literacy rate in Gwalde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gwalde is 69.14%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 59.77%.