Gajwar - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Gajwar is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from Lansdowne and around 98 km from Pauri. Gajwaad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gajwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajwar is 047490. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.09 hectares and falls under the 246155 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Gajwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gajwar
As per Census 2011, Gajwar village has a total population of 163 people, consisting of 73 males and 90 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 1,232 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 53 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gajwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 163 | 73 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 16 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Gajwar
Gajwar 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 Gajwar
Public transport in the Gajwar is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Gajwar is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Gajwar is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajwar 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 Gajwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajwar 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gajwar
Where is Gajwar located?
Gajwar village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gajwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gajwar is Gajwaad.
What is the pincode of Gajwar?
The pincode of Gajwar is 246155.
What is the population of Gajwar?
Gajwar has a total population of 163, including 73 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Gajwar?
There are 34 households in Gajwar.
What is the literacy rate in Gajwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajwar is 67.48%. Male literacy is 78.08% and female literacy is 58.89%.