Panwar Gaon Village - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Panwar Gaon is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 60 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Sileti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panwar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panwar Gaon is 043061. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.77 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Panwar 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 Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panwar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Panwar Gaon village has a total population of 67 people, consisting of 32 males and 35 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 40 literate and 27 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panwar Gaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 8 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Panwar Gaon
Panwar Gaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gosil | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Kanda Laga Langoor | South | 1.17 km |
| Musana Gaon | West | 1.35 km |
| Jarola | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Rupoli Chak | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Lawethi | North | 1.84 km |
| Langoor | South | 1.94 km |
| Bhaisakot | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Kaphool Gaon | South | 2.46 km |
| Setuli | East | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panwar Gaon
Panwar Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Panwar Gaon is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Panwar Gaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panwar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panwar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panwar 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 Panwar Gaon 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 Panwar Gaon
Where is Panwar Gaon located?
Panwar Gaon village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panwar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Panwar Gaon is Sileti.
What is the pincode of Panwar Gaon?
The pincode of Panwar Gaon is 249122.
What is the population of Panwar Gaon?
Panwar Gaon has a total population of 67, including 32 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Panwar Gaon?
There are 16 households in Panwar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Panwar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panwar Gaon is 59.70%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 45.71%.