Gawana - Srinagar, Pauri Garhwal
Gawana is a village situated in the Srinagar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Srinagar and around 49 km from Pauri. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawana is 045506. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.91 hectares and falls under the 246147 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gawana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gawana
According to the 2011 Census, Gawana village had a total population of 102 people, including 48 males and 54 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.35%, with male literacy at 92.68% and female literacy at 68.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 102 | 48 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 10 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Gawana
Gawana 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 Gawana
Public transport in the Gawana is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Srinagar to Gawana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Gawana is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawana 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 Gawana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawana 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 Gawana
Where is Gawana located?
Gawana village is located in Srinagar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gawana?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawana is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Gawana?
The pincode of Gawana is 246147.
What is the population of Gawana?
Gawana had a total population of 102, including 48 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Gawana?
Gawana had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawana was 79.35%. Male literacy was 92.68% and female literacy was 68.63%.