Gwar - Srinagar, Pauri Garhwal
Gwar is a village situated in the Srinagar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from Srinagar and around 58 km from Pauri. Uttransu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gwar is 045418. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.88 hectares and falls under the 246147 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Gwar 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 Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gwar
According to the 2011 Census, Gwar village had a total population of 38 people, including 20 males and 18 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.13%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 62.50%.
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 | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 5 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Gwar
Gwar 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 Gwar
Public transport in the Gwar 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 Srinagar to Gwar is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Gwar is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gwar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gwar 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 Gwar
Where is Gwar located?
Gwar village is located in Srinagar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gwar is Uttransu.
What is the pincode of Gwar?
The pincode of Gwar is 246147.
What is the population of Gwar?
Gwar had a total population of 38, including 20 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Gwar?
Gwar had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gwar was 78.13%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 62.50%.