Kawa Dhar - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Kawa Dhar is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kawwa Dhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kawa Dhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kawa Dhar is 048936. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.27 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Kawa Dhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kawa Dhar
As per Census 2011, Kawa Dhar village has a total population of 130 people, consisting of 68 males and 62 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kawa Dhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 50 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 18 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Kawa Dhar
Kawa Dhar 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 Kawa Dhar
Kawa Dhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Kawa Dhar is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Kawa Dhar is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kawa Dhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kawa Dhar 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 Kawa Dhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kawa Dhar 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 Kawa Dhar
Where is Kawa Dhar located?
Kawa Dhar village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kawa Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kawa Dhar is Kawwa Dhar.
What is the pincode of Kawa Dhar?
The pincode of Kawa Dhar is 262554.
What is the population of Kawa Dhar?
Kawa Dhar has a total population of 130, including 68 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Kawa Dhar?
There are 26 households in Kawa Dhar.
What is the literacy rate in Kawa Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kawa Dhar is 58.46%. Male literacy is 73.53% and female literacy is 41.94%.