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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kawa Dhar
According to the 2011 Census, Kawa Dhar village had a total population of 130 people, including 68 males and 62 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 48.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 130, including 68 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Kawa Dhar?
Kawa Dhar had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kawa Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kawa Dhar was 66.67%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 48.15%.