Gawai - Pati, Champawat
Gawai is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Gawayie serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawai is 053975. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.75 hectares and falls under the 262580 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Gawai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gawai
According to the 2011 Census, Gawai village had a total population of 348 people, including 178 males and 170 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.81%, with male literacy at 94.70% and female literacy at 76.55%.
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 | 348 | 178 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 143 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 35 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Gawai
Gawai 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 Gawai
Gawai 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 >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 Lohaghat to Gawai is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Gawai is about 69 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 Gawai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawai 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gawai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawai 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gawai
Where is Gawai located?
Gawai village is located in Pati Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gawai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawai is Gawayie.
What is the pincode of Gawai?
The pincode of Gawai is 262580.
What is the population of Gawai?
Gawai had a total population of 348, including 178 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Gawai?
Gawai had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawai was 85.81%. Male literacy was 94.70% and female literacy was 76.55%.