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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gwalde
According to the 2011 Census, Gwalde village had a total population of 162 people, including 75 males and 87 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,160 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 86.96% and female literacy at 73.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 162 | 75 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 6 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 47 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 162, including 75 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Gwalde?
Gwalde had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gwalde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gwalde was 80.00%. Male literacy was 86.96% and female literacy was 73.24%.