Garwali - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Garwali is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Bhingee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garwali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garwali is 042168. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.23 hectares and falls under the 246419 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Garwali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garwali
According to the 2011 Census, Garwali village had a total population of 112 people, including 54 males and 58 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 67.31%.
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 | 112 | 54 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 50 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 4 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Garwali
Garwali 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 Garwali
Garwali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Garwali is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garwali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garwali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garwali
Where is Garwali located?
Garwali village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garwali?
The Gram Panchayat of Garwali is Bhingee.
What is the pincode of Garwali?
The pincode of Garwali is 246419.
What is the population of Garwali?
Garwali had a total population of 112, including 54 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Garwali?
Garwali had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garwali was 83.33%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 67.31%.