Gawad
Gawad is a village located in Srinagar tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Srinagar (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Gwad is the gram panchayat of Gawad village.
Here you can discover what makes Gawad unique in its vibrant Srinagar-Garhwal region. You’ll see Gawad’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 Gawad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawad is 045580. The village spans a total geographical area of 206.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246174. Pauri is nearest town to Gawad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Gawad
Population of Gawad
According to the 2011 Census, Gawad has a total population of about 1,052, with approximately 442 males and 610 females. The sex ratio is around 1380 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 127 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 186 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 72.91%, with male literacy at about 82.13% and female literacy near 66.23%. There are around 283 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gawad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,052 | 442 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 87 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 767 | 363 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 79 | 206 |
Connectivity of Gawad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawad. As per the 2011 stats, Gawad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gawad
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawad
- Where is Gawad located?
- Gawad village is situated in Srinagar Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gawad is Gwad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gawad?
- The pincode of Gawad is 246174, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawad is 1,052, with 442 males and 610 females.
- How many households are there in Gawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawad village has a total of 283 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawad is 72.91%. The male literacy rate is 82.13%, while the female literacy rate is 66.23%.