Gwad - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Gwad is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Jaikandi (barsoli) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gwad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gwad is 041365. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.11 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gwad
According to the 2011 Census, Gwad village had a total population of 75 people, including 39 males and 36 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.31%, with male literacy at 96.77% and female literacy at 93.94%.
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 | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 9 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Gwad
Gwad 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 Gwad
Gwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Gwad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Gwad is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gwad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gwad
Where is Gwad located?
Gwad village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Gwad is Jaikandi (barsoli).
What is the pincode of Gwad?
The pincode of Gwad is 246429.
What is the population of Gwad?
Gwad had a total population of 75, including 39 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Gwad?
Gwad had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gwad was 95.31%. Male literacy was 96.77% and female literacy was 93.94%.