Gawad - Srinagar, Pauri Garhwal
Gawad is a village situated in the Srinagar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Srinagar and around 20 km from Pauri. Gwad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawad is 045580. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.96 hectares and falls under the 246147 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gawad
According to the 2011 Census, Gawad village had a total population of 1,052 people, including 442 males and 610 females, living in 283 households. The sex ratio was 1,380 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.92%, with male literacy at 97.06% and female literacy at 73.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 186.
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 | 1,052 | 442 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 87 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 767 | 363 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 79 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Gawad
Gawad 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 Gawad
Gawad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pauri to Gawad is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gawad
Where is Gawad located?
Gawad village is located in Srinagar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawad?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawad is Gwad.
What is the pincode of Gawad?
The pincode of Gawad is 246147.
What is the population of Gawad?
Gawad had a total population of 1,052, including 442 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Gawad?
Gawad had 283 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawad was 82.92%. Male literacy was 97.06% and female literacy was 73.32%.