Gwal Khera
Gwal Khera is a village located in Pauri tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 58km away from Pauri, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gwal Khera village. As per 2009 stats, Saije is the gram panchayat of Gwal Khera village.
Here you can discover what makes Gwal Khera unique in its vibrant Pauri-Garhwal region. You’ll see Gwal Khera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gwal Khera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gwal Khera is 046356. The village spans a total geographical area of 74.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246123. Pauri is nearest town to Gwal Khera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gwal Khera village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Srinagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gwal Khera
Population of Gwal Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Gwal Khera has a total population of about 134, with approximately 51 males and 83 females. The sex ratio is around 1627 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 17 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.64%, with male literacy at about 80.39% and female literacy near 66.27%. There are around 31 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gwal Khera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 134 | 51 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 96 | 41 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 10 | 28 |
Connectivity of Gwal Khera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gwal Khera. As per the 2011 stats, Gwal Khera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gwal Khera
Knowing the nearby villages of Gwal Khera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gwal Khera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gwal Khera
- Where is Gwal Khera located?
- Gwal Khera village is situated in Pauri Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gwal Khera?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gwal Khera is Saije (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gwal Khera?
- The pincode of Gwal Khera is 246123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gwal Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gwal Khera is 134, with 51 males and 83 females.
- How many households are there in Gwal Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gwal Khera village has a total of 31 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gwal Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gwal Khera is 71.64%. The male literacy rate is 80.39%, while the female literacy rate is 66.27%.