Gwita - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Gwita is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Byung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gwita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gwita is 042092. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.94 hectares and falls under the 246469 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Gwita 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 Gwita
As per Census 2011, Gwita village has a total population of 28 people, consisting of 19 males and 9 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 473 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 22 literate and 6 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gwita are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 22 | 16 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Gwita
Gwita 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 Gwita
Gwita is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Gwita is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gwita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gwita village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gwita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gwita 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 Gwita
Where is Gwita located?
Gwita village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gwita?
The Gram Panchayat of Gwita is Byung.
What is the pincode of Gwita?
The pincode of Gwita is 246469.
What is the population of Gwita?
Gwita has a total population of 28, including 19 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Gwita?
There are 6 households in Gwita.
What is the literacy rate in Gwita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gwita is 78.57%. Male literacy is 84.21% and female literacy is 66.67%.