Noligwar - Joshimath, Chamoli
Noligwar is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Ganai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Noligwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Noligwar is 040848. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.03 hectares and falls under the 246472 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Noligwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Noligwar
According to the 2011 Census, Noligwar village had a total population of 112 people, including 54 males and 58 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.79%, with male literacy at 79.17% and female literacy at 72.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87.
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 | 112 | 54 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 16 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Noligwar
Noligwar 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 Noligwar
Noligwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Joshimath to Noligwar is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Noligwar is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Noligwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Noligwar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Noligwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Noligwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Noligwar
Where is Noligwar located?
Noligwar village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Noligwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Noligwar is Ganai.
What is the pincode of Noligwar?
The pincode of Noligwar is 246472.
What is the population of Noligwar?
Noligwar had a total population of 112, including 54 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Noligwar?
Noligwar had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Noligwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Noligwar was 75.79%. Male literacy was 79.17% and female literacy was 72.34%.