Gwaldam State - Dewal, Chamoli
Gwaldam State is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Tharali and around 123 km from Gopeshwar. Gwaldam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gwaldam State village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gwaldam State is 041739. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.26 hectares and falls under the 246441 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Gwaldam State 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 Karnprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gwaldam State
According to the 2011 Census, Gwaldam State village had a total population of 2,920 people, including 1,557 males and 1,363 females, living in 690 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.53%, with male literacy at 96.08% and female literacy at 79.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 528, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 71.
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 | 2,920 | 1,557 | 1,363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 178 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 528 | 292 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 2,270 | 1,325 | 945 |
| Illiterate Population | 650 | 232 | 418 |
Nearby Villages of Gwaldam State
Gwaldam State 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 Gwaldam State
Gwaldam State is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Gwaldam State is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Gwaldam State is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gwaldam State
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gwaldam State village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gwaldam State
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gwaldam State village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gwaldam State
Where is Gwaldam State located?
Gwaldam State village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gwaldam State?
The Gram Panchayat of Gwaldam State is Gwaldam.
What is the pincode of Gwaldam State?
The pincode of Gwaldam State is 246441.
What is the population of Gwaldam State?
Gwaldam State had a total population of 2,920, including 1,557 males and 1,363 females.
How many households are there in Gwaldam State?
Gwaldam State had 690 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gwaldam State?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gwaldam State was 88.53%. Male literacy was 96.08% and female literacy was 79.75%.