Gawana - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Gawana is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 100 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Gawana1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawana is 043238. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.17 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Gawana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gawana
As per Census 2011, Gawana village has a total population of 131 people, consisting of 47 males and 84 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 1,787 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 93 literate and 38 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gawana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 131 | 47 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 39 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 8 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Gawana
Gawana 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 Gawana
Public transport in the Gawana is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Gawana is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gawana is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gawana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawana 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gawana
Where is Gawana located?
Gawana village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawana?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawana is Gawana1.
What is the pincode of Gawana?
The pincode of Gawana is 249161.
What is the population of Gawana?
Gawana has a total population of 131, including 47 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Gawana?
There are 34 households in Gawana.
What is the literacy rate in Gawana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawana is 70.99%. Male literacy is 82.98% and female literacy is 64.29%.