Thagyala Gwad - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Thagyala Gwad is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sunai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thagyala Gwad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thagyala Gwad is 041441. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.25 hectares and falls under the 246488 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Thagyala Gwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thagyala Gwad
As per Census 2011, Thagyala Gwad village has a total population of 49 people, consisting of 23 males and 26 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,130 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 16 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thagyala Gwad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 4 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Thagyala Gwad
Thagyala 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 Thagyala Gwad
Thagyala Gwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Thagyala Gwad is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Thagyala Gwad is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thagyala Gwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thagyala Gwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thagyala 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 Thagyala 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 Thagyala Gwad
Where is Thagyala Gwad located?
Thagyala Gwad village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thagyala Gwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Thagyala Gwad is Sunai.
What is the pincode of Thagyala Gwad?
The pincode of Thagyala Gwad is 246488.
What is the population of Thagyala Gwad?
Thagyala Gwad has a total population of 49, including 23 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Thagyala Gwad?
There are 8 households in Thagyala Gwad.
What is the literacy rate in Thagyala Gwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thagyala Gwad is 67.35%. Male literacy is 82.61% and female literacy is 53.85%.