Edabara - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Edabara is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Kotdwara and around 133 km from Pauri. Gvirala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Edabara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Edabara is 048437. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.48 hectares and falls under the 246127 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Edabara 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 Edabara
According to the 2011 Census, Edabara village had a total population of 15 people, including 5 males and 10 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 2,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Edabara
Edabara 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 Edabara
Public transport in the Edabara 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 Kotdwara to Edabara is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Edabara is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Edabara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Edabara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Edabara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Edabara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Edabara
Where is Edabara located?
Edabara village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edabara?
The Gram Panchayat of Edabara is Gvirala.
What is the pincode of Edabara?
The pincode of Edabara is 246127.
What is the population of Edabara?
Edabara had a total population of 15, including 5 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Edabara?
Edabara had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Edabara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Edabara was 71.43%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 55.56%.