Ginwala - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Ginwala is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Ginwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ginwala is 042282. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.27 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Ginwala 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 Ginwala
According to the 2011 Census, Ginwala village had a total population of 379 people, including 172 males and 207 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,203 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.80%, with male literacy at 97.22% and female literacy at 76.67%.
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 | 379 | 172 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 140 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 32 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Ginwala
Ginwala 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 Ginwala
Ginwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Rudraprayag to Ginwala is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ginwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ginwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ginwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ginwala 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 Ginwala
Where is Ginwala located?
Ginwala village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ginwala?
Ginwala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ginwala?
The pincode of Ginwala is 246425.
What is the population of Ginwala?
Ginwala had a total population of 379, including 172 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Ginwala?
Ginwala had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ginwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ginwala was 85.80%. Male literacy was 97.22% and female literacy was 76.67%.