Gawana
Gawana is a village located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Gawana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gawana unique in its vibrant Devprayag-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Gawana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gawana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawana is 043238. The village spans a total geographical area of 41.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249192. Srinagar is nearest town to Gawana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gawana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gawana
Population of Gawana
According to the 2011 Census, Gawana has a total population of about 131, with approximately 47 males and 84 females. The sex ratio is around 1787 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 8 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.99%, with male literacy at about 82.98% and female literacy near 64.29%. There are around 34 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gawana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 131 | 47 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 93 | 39 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 8 | 30 |
Connectivity of Gawana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawana. As per the 2011 stats, Gawana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gawana
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawana
- Where is Gawana located?
- Gawana village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawana?
- Gawana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gawana?
- The pincode of Gawana is 249192, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gawana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawana is 131, with 47 males and 84 females.
- How many households are there in Gawana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawana village has a total of 34 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawana is 70.99%. The male literacy rate is 82.98%, while the female literacy rate is 64.29%.