Gweel - Jakhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Gweel is a village situated in the Jakhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 53 km from Lansdowne and around 118 km from Pauri. Gweel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gweel is 047261. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.06 hectares and falls under the 246123 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Gweel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gweel
According to the 2011 Census, Gweel village had a total population of 122 people, including 58 males and 64 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 18 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Gweel
Gweel 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 Gweel
Public transport in the Gweel is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Gweel is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Gweel is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gweel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gweel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gweel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gweel 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gweel
Where is Gweel located?
Gweel village is located in Jakhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gweel?
Gweel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gweel?
The pincode of Gweel is 246123.
What is the population of Gweel?
Gweel had a total population of 122, including 58 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Gweel?
Gweel had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gweel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gweel was 66.67%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 54.55%.