Gawani - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Gawani is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from Tharali and around 71 km from Gopeshwar. Gawani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawani is 041523. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.9 hectares and falls under the 246453 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Gawani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gawani
As per Census 2011, Gawani village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 119 males and 131 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 172 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gawani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 119 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 94 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 25 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Gawani
Gawani 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 Gawani
Public transport in the Gawani 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 Gawani is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Gawani 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 Gawani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gawani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gawani
Where is Gawani located?
Gawani village is located in Narayanbagar Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawani?
Gawani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gawani?
The pincode of Gawani is 246453.
What is the population of Gawani?
Gawani has a total population of 250, including 119 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Gawani?
There are 53 households in Gawani.
What is the literacy rate in Gawani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawani is 68.80%. Male literacy is 78.99% and female literacy is 59.54%.