Gwal
About Gwal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gwal village is 049983. Gwal village is located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 52km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 112km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Gwal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 145.07 hectares. Gwal has a total population of 302 peoples, out of which male population is 128 while female population is 174. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1359 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gwal village is 66.89% out of which 77.34% males and 59.20% females are literate. There are about 74 houses in gwal village. Pincode of gwal village locality is 262522.
When it comes to administration, Gwal 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, Gwal village comes under Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Pithoragarh is nearest town to gwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 112km away.
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Population of Gwal
The population details of Gwal 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 | 302 | 128 | 174 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 202 | 99 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 29 | 71 |
Connectivity of Gwal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gwal
Where is Gwal located?
Gwal village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gwal?
Gwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gwal?
The pincode of Gwal is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gwal is 302, with 128 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Gwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gwal village has a total of 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gwal is 66.89%. The male literacy rate is 77.34%, while the female literacy rate is 59.20%.