Swarka - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Swarka is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Swarka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Swarka is 041369. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.35 hectares and falls under the 246446 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Swarka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Swarka
According to the 2011 Census, Swarka village had a total population of 51 people, including 22 males and 29 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,318 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 72.00%.
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 | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 5 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Swarka
Swarka 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 Swarka
Swarka 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Swarka is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Swarka is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Swarka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Swarka 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Swarka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Swarka 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Swarka
Where is Swarka located?
Swarka village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Swarka?
Swarka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Swarka?
The pincode of Swarka is 246446.
What is the population of Swarka?
Swarka had a total population of 51, including 22 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Swarka?
Swarka had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Swarka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Swarka was 83.33%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 72.00%.