Garguwa - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Garguwa is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Garguwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garguwa is 049122. The village covers a total geographical area of 437.57 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Garguwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garguwa
As per Census 2011, Garguwa village has a total population of 986 people, consisting of 479 males and 507 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 655 literate and 331 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garguwa are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Garguwa
Garguwa 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 Garguwa
Public transport in the Garguwa 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 Dharchula to Garguwa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Garguwa is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garguwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garguwa 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 Garguwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garguwa 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 Garguwa
Where is Garguwa located?
Garguwa village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garguwa?
Garguwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garguwa?
The pincode of Garguwa is 262545.
What is the population of Garguwa?
Garguwa has a total population of 986, including 479 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Garguwa?
There are 204 households in Garguwa.
What is the literacy rate in Garguwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garguwa is 66.43%. Male literacy is 76.83% and female literacy is 56.61%.