Aldawa - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Aldawa is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Kotdwara and around 95 km from Pauri. Simal Chaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aldawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aldawa is 048521. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.93 hectares and falls under the 246127 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Aldawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aldawa
As per Census 2011, Aldawa village has a total population of 56 people, consisting of 26 males and 30 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,153 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 43 literate and 13 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aldawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 2 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Aldawa
Aldawa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sidhpur | South-East | 0.75 km |
| Semalchaur | North | 1.03 km |
| Saja Sain | North-East | 1.04 km |
| Godichoti | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Aeta (atta) | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Fathepur Talla | North | 2.11 km |
| Fathpur Malla | North | 2.48 km |
| Godi Badi | North | 2.54 km |
| Paletha | South | 2.80 km |
| Juwa | North-West | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aldawa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Aldawa. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.2 km.
| 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 Dogadda to Aldawa is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Aldawa is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aldawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aldawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Aldawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aldawa 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Aldawa
Where is Aldawa located?
Aldawa village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aldawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Aldawa is Simal Chaur.
What is the pincode of Aldawa?
The pincode of Aldawa is 246127.
What is the population of Aldawa?
Aldawa has a total population of 56, including 26 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Aldawa?
There are 16 households in Aldawa.
What is the literacy rate in Aldawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aldawa is 76.79%. Male literacy is 92.31% and female literacy is 63.33%.