Gwaldam State - Dewal, Chamoli
Gwaldam State is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Tharali and around 123 km from Gopeshwar. Gwaldam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gwaldam State village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gwaldam State is 041739. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.26 hectares and falls under the 246441 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Gwaldam State village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gwaldam State
As per Census 2011, Gwaldam State village has a total population of 2,920 people, consisting of 1,557 males and 1,363 females. The village has 690 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 356 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,270 literate and 650 illiterate residents. Additionally, 528 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gwaldam State are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,920 | 1,557 | 1,363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 178 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 528 | 292 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 2,270 | 1,325 | 945 |
| Illiterate Population | 650 | 232 | 418 |
Nearby Villages of Gwaldam State
Gwaldam State 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 Gwaldam State
Gwaldam State is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Gwaldam State is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Gwaldam State is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gwaldam State
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gwaldam State village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gwaldam State
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gwaldam State village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gwaldam State
Where is Gwaldam State located?
Gwaldam State village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gwaldam State?
The Gram Panchayat of Gwaldam State is Gwaldam.
What is the pincode of Gwaldam State?
The pincode of Gwaldam State is 246441.
What is the population of Gwaldam State?
Gwaldam State has a total population of 2,920, including 1,557 males and 1,363 females.
How many households are there in Gwaldam State?
There are 690 households in Gwaldam State.
What is the literacy rate in Gwaldam State?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gwaldam State is 77.74%. Male literacy is 85.10% and female literacy is 69.33%.