Gwad Laga Gadkot - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Gwad Laga Gadkot is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from Tharali and around 76 km from Gopeshwar. Garhkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gwad Laga Gadkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gwad Laga Gadkot is 041589. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.96 hectares and falls under the 246444 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gwad Laga Gadkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Gwad Laga Gadkot
According to the 2011 Census, Gwad Laga Gadkot village had a total population of 34 people, including 18 males and 16 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.38%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 1 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Gwad Laga Gadkot
Gwad Laga Gadkot 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 Laga Gadkot
Public transport in the Gwad Laga Gadkot is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gwad Laga Gadkot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Gwad Laga Gadkot is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Gwad Laga Gadkot is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gwad Laga Gadkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gwad Laga Gadkot 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 Gwad Laga Gadkot
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 Laga Gadkot 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 Laga Gadkot
Where is Gwad Laga Gadkot located?
Gwad Laga Gadkot village is located in Narayanbagar Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gwad Laga Gadkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Gwad Laga Gadkot is Garhkot.
What is the pincode of Gwad Laga Gadkot?
The pincode of Gwad Laga Gadkot is 246444.
What is the population of Gwad Laga Gadkot?
Gwad Laga Gadkot had a total population of 34, including 18 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Gwad Laga Gadkot?
Gwad Laga Gadkot had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gwad Laga Gadkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gwad Laga Gadkot was 84.38%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.