Suwal - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Suwal is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Khulait serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suwal is 050066. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.83 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Suwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suwal
According to the 2011 Census, Suwal village had a total population of 82 people, including 37 males and 45 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,216 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.33%, with male literacy at 97.06% and female literacy at 53.66%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 33 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 4 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Suwal
Suwal 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 Suwal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Suwal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Suwal is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Suwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suwal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suwal
Where is Suwal located?
Suwal village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Suwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Suwal is Khulait.
What is the pincode of Suwal?
The pincode of Suwal is 262522.
What is the population of Suwal?
Suwal had a total population of 82, including 37 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Suwal?
Suwal had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suwal was 73.33%. Male literacy was 97.06% and female literacy was 53.66%.