Gwarchaur - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Gwarchaur is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from Lansdowne and around 110 km from Pauri. Ghanglee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gwarchaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gwarchaur is 047443. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.2 hectares and falls under the 246179 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Gwarchaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gwarchaur
According to the 2011 Census, Gwarchaur village had a total population of 6 people, including 4 males and 2 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Gwarchaur
Gwarchaur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bedur Gaon | West | 0.99 km |
| Manjoli Malli | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Dhiswari | North | 1.25 km |
| Quirali | South | 1.44 km |
| Sandrana | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Dhangli | West | 1.95 km |
| Mani Gaon | North | 1.95 km |
| Senala | East | 2.33 km |
| Agrora | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Manjoli Talli | East | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gwarchaur
Gwarchaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Gwarchaur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Gwarchaur is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gwarchaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gwarchaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gwarchaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gwarchaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gwarchaur
Where is Gwarchaur located?
Gwarchaur village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gwarchaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gwarchaur is Ghanglee.
What is the pincode of Gwarchaur?
The pincode of Gwarchaur is 246179.
What is the population of Gwarchaur?
Gwarchaur had a total population of 6, including 4 males and 2 females.
How many households are there in Gwarchaur?
Gwarchaur had 2 households.