Gawana - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Gawana is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 77 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Gawana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawana is 044249. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.73 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gawana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gawana
According to the 2011 Census, Gawana village had a total population of 232 people, including 119 males and 113 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.88%, with male literacy at 97.03% and female literacy at 56.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 98 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 21 | 58 |
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 facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gawana.
| 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 Mussoorie to Gawana is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gawana is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gawana
Where is Gawana located?
Gawana village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gawana?
Gawana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gawana?
The pincode of Gawana is 249180.
What is the population of Gawana?
Gawana had a total population of 232, including 119 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Gawana?
Gawana had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawana was 76.88%. Male literacy was 97.03% and female literacy was 56.12%.