Gwen Chota - Satpuli, Pauri Garhwal
Gwen Chota is a village situated in the Satpuli tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from Satpuli and around 85 km from Pauri Garhwal. Bakhrori Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gwen Chota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gwen Chota is 047751. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.29 hectares and falls under the 246172 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Gwen Chota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaubattakhal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gwen Chota
As per Census 2011, Gwen Chota village has a total population of 107 people, consisting of 49 males and 58 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,183 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 65 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gwen Chota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 107 | 49 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 39 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 10 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Gwen Chota
Gwen Chota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sandaniya | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Gwen Bara | West | 1.19 km |
| Bakhaori | East | 1.41 km |
| Bair Gaon | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Kadur | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Buransi | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Diusa | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Kalodi | West | 2.76 km |
| Bhal Gaon | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Rajkhil | East | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gwen Chota
Gwen Chota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Gwen Chota is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri Garhwal to Gwen Chota is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gwen Chota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gwen Chota 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gwen Chota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gwen Chota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gwen Chota
Where is Gwen Chota located?
Gwen Chota village is located in Satpuli Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gwen Chota?
The Gram Panchayat of Gwen Chota is Bakhrori Gaon.
What is the pincode of Gwen Chota?
The pincode of Gwen Chota is 246172.
What is the population of Gwen Chota?
Gwen Chota has a total population of 107, including 49 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Gwen Chota?
There are 36 households in Gwen Chota.
What is the literacy rate in Gwen Chota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gwen Chota is 60.75%. Male literacy is 79.59% and female literacy is 44.83%.