Dwali - Kanda, Bageshwar
Dwali is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Dwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dwali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dwali is 050680. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.61 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Dwali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Dwali
According to the 2011 Census, Dwali village had a total population of 182 people, including 90 males and 92 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.68%, with male literacy at 86.30% and female literacy at 54.88%.
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 | 182 | 90 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 63 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 27 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Dwali
Dwali 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 Dwali
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dwali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Dwali is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dwali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dwali 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 Dwali
Where is Dwali located?
Dwali village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dwali?
The Gram Panchayat of Dwali is Dwari.
What is the pincode of Dwali?
The pincode of Dwali is 263631.
What is the population of Dwali?
Dwali had a total population of 182, including 90 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Dwali?
Dwali had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dwali was 69.68%. Male literacy was 86.30% and female literacy was 54.88%.