Giwari Gaon - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Giwari Gaon is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Parkandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Giwari Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giwari Gaon is 042174. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.06 hectares and falls under the 246419 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Giwari Gaon 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 Giwari Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Giwari Gaon village had a total population of 197 people, including 128 males and 69 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 539 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.53%, with male literacy at 97.37% and female literacy at 80.95%.
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 | 197 | 128 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 111 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 17 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Giwari Gaon
Giwari Gaon 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 Giwari Gaon
Giwari Gaon 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 Giwari Gaon is about 25 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 Giwari Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giwari Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Giwari Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giwari Gaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Giwari Gaon
Where is Giwari Gaon located?
Giwari Gaon village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Giwari Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Giwari Gaon is Parkandi.
What is the pincode of Giwari Gaon?
The pincode of Giwari Gaon is 246419.
What is the population of Giwari Gaon?
Giwari Gaon had a total population of 197, including 128 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Giwari Gaon?
Giwari Gaon had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giwari Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giwari Gaon was 91.53%. Male literacy was 97.37% and female literacy was 80.95%.