Sagwada - Tharali, Chamoli
Sagwada is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Dungakholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sagwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sagwada is 041691. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.6 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Sagwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sagwada
According to the 2011 Census, Sagwada village had a total population of 153 people, including 71 males and 82 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,155 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.35%, with male literacy at 98.36% and female literacy at 69.33%.
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 | 153 | 71 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 60 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 11 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Sagwada
Sagwada 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 Sagwada
Sagwada 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Sagwada is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sagwada is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sagwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sagwada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sagwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sagwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sagwada
Where is Sagwada located?
Sagwada village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sagwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sagwada is Dungakholi.
What is the pincode of Sagwada?
The pincode of Sagwada is 246481.
What is the population of Sagwada?
Sagwada had a total population of 153, including 71 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Sagwada?
Sagwada had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sagwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sagwada was 82.35%. Male literacy was 98.36% and female literacy was 69.33%.