Dawar - Yamkeshwar, Pauri Garhwal
Dawar is a village situated in the Yamkeshwar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Yamkeshwar and around 150 km from Pauri. Sarwal Raud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dawar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dawar is 048780. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.44 hectares and falls under the 246121 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Dawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dawar
As per Census 2011, Dawar village has a total population of 78 people, consisting of 28 males and 50 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 1,785 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 47 literate and 31 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dawar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78 | 28 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 7 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Dawar
Dawar 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 Dawar
Public transport in the Dawar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dogadda to Dawar is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Dawar is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dawar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dawar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dawar
Where is Dawar located?
Dawar village is located in Yamkeshwar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dawar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dawar is Sarwal Raud.
What is the pincode of Dawar?
The pincode of Dawar is 246121.
What is the population of Dawar?
Dawar has a total population of 78, including 28 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Dawar?
There are 21 households in Dawar.
What is the literacy rate in Dawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dawar is 60.26%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 52.00%.