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.

Gwad has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Gwad

Below is a concise population overview of Gwad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gwad village:

  • The total population of Gwad village is around 75, including approximately 39 males and 36 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 11 children aged 0–6 years in Gwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Gwad village is about 81.33%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 86.11%.
  • There are around 17 households in Gwad village.

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.

Chamali Laga Umatta Umatta Kaldu Sirtoli Bairphala Jaikandi Uttaraun Langasu Niwadi Swarka Bansoli Mauna

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%.