Gawana
Gawana is a village located in Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanaulti (tehsildar office) and 77km 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 Dhanaulti-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 044249. The village spans a total geographical area of 83.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249180. Mussoorie is nearest town to Gawana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Gawana
Population of Gawana
According to the 2011 Census, Gawana has a total population of about 232, with approximately 119 males and 113 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 33 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 30 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.95%, with male literacy at about 82.35% and female literacy near 48.67%. There are around 44 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 | 232 | 119 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 153 | 98 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 21 | 58 |
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 Dhanaulti 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 249180, 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 232, with 119 males and 113 females.
- How many households are there in Gawana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawana village has a total of 44 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawana is 65.95%. The male literacy rate is 82.35%, while the female literacy rate is 48.67%.