Garguwa
Garguwa is a village 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.
Garguwa has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Garguwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garguwa is 049122. The village spans a total geographical area of 437.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262545. Dharchula is nearest town to Garguwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Garguwa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Garguwa
Population of Garguwa
Below is a concise population overview of Garguwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 986 | 479 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 368 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 111 | 220 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garguwa village:
- The total population of Garguwa village is around 986, including approximately 479 males and 507 females, with a sex ratio of 1058 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 130 children aged 0–6 years in Garguwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garguwa village has 84 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Garguwa village is about 66.43%, with male literacy at 76.83% and female literacy at 56.61%.
- There are around 204 households in Garguwa village.
Connectivity of Garguwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garguwa. As per the 2011 stats, Garguwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Garguwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Garguwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garguwa.
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%.