Kuwari - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Kuwari is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 63 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Kuwari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuwari is 050524. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.28 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Kuwari 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 Kuwari
According to the 2011 Census, Kuwari village had a total population of 300 people, including 141 males and 159 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.98%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 58.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 132.
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 | 300 | 141 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 62 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 80 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 61 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Kuwari
Kuwari 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 Kuwari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kuwari.
| 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 Kuwari is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuwari 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuwari 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 Kuwari
Where is Kuwari located?
Kuwari village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kuwari?
Kuwari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kuwari?
The pincode of Kuwari is 263632.
What is the population of Kuwari?
Kuwari had a total population of 300, including 141 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Kuwari?
Kuwari had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuwari was 67.98%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 58.59%.