Dwalghat Village - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Dwalghat is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Bainithal (adibadri) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dwalghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dwalghat is 041479. The village covers a total geographical area of 1.59 hectares and falls under the 246444 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Dwalghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Dwalghat
Dwalghat is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bainital | South | 1.30 km |
| Airwadi | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Khal Kumkhori | West | 1.34 km |
| Gwal Khet | East | 1.72 km |
| Julgar | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Khageli | North | 2.43 km |
| Khageta Laga Top | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Baniyas | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Randoli | South | 2.64 km |
| Sirpa | North-East | 2.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dwalghat
Public transport in the Dwalghat is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Dwalghat is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Dwalghat is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dwalghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dwalghat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dwalghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dwalghat 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 Dwalghat
Where is Dwalghat located?
Dwalghat village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dwalghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Dwalghat is Bainithal (adibadri).
What is the pincode of Dwalghat?
The pincode of Dwalghat is 246444.