Gwad
Gwad is a village located in Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Karnaprayag (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Jaikandi Barsoli is the gram panchayat of Gwad village.
Here you can discover what makes Gwad unique in its vibrant Karnaprayag-Chamoli region. You’ll see Gwad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gwad is 041365. The village spans a total geographical area of 30.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246444. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Gwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Gwad
Population of Gwad
According to the 2011 Census, Gwad has a total population of about 75, with approximately 39 males and 36 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 11 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.33%, with male literacy at about 76.92% and female literacy near 86.11%. There are around 17 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 9 | 5 |
Connectivity of Gwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gwad. As per the 2011 stats, Gwad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Gwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gwad
- Where is Gwad located?
- Gwad village is situated in Karnaprayag Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gwad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gwad is Jaikandi Barsoli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gwad?
- The pincode of Gwad is 246444, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gwad is 75, with 39 males and 36 females.
- How many households are there in Gwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gwad village has a total of 17 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gwad is 81.33%. The male literacy rate is 76.92%, while the female literacy rate is 86.11%.