Dwing - Joshimath, Chamoli
Dwing is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Dwing Tapaun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dwing village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dwing is 040838. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.26 hectares and falls under the 246472 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dwing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dwing
According to the 2011 Census, Dwing village had a total population of 127 people, including 62 males and 65 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.45%, with male literacy at 96.30% and female literacy at 94.64%.
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 | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 10 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Dwing
Dwing 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 Dwing
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dwing.
| 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 Joshimath to Dwing is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Dwing is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dwing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dwing village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dwing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dwing 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 Dwing
Where is Dwing located?
Dwing village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dwing?
The Gram Panchayat of Dwing is Dwing Tapaun.
What is the pincode of Dwing?
The pincode of Dwing is 246472.
What is the population of Dwing?
Dwing had a total population of 127, including 62 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Dwing?
Dwing had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dwing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dwing was 95.45%. Male literacy was 96.30% and female literacy was 94.64%.