Garguwa
About Garguwa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Garguwa village is 049122. Garguwa village is located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Garguwa village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 437.57 hectares. Garguwa has a total population of 986 peoples, out of which male population is 479 while female population is 507. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1058 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of garguwa village is 66.43% out of which 76.83% males and 56.61% females are literate. There are about 204 houses in garguwa village. Pincode of garguwa village locality is 262545.
When it comes to administration, Garguwa village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Garguwa village comes under Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Dharchula is nearest town to garguwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Garguwa
The population details of Garguwa cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 986 | 479 | 507 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 368 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 111 | 220 |
Connectivity of Garguwa
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Garguwa
Where is Garguwa located?
Garguwa village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garguwa?
Garguwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Garguwa?
The pincode of Garguwa is 262545, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Garguwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garguwa is 986, with 479 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Garguwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garguwa village has a total of 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garguwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garguwa is 66.43%. The male literacy rate is 76.83%, while the female literacy rate is 56.61%.