Hatwal Gaon - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Hatwal Gaon is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 59 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Hatwalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hatwal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hatwal Gaon is 044333. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.25 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Hatwal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hatwal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Hatwal Gaon village had a total population of 825 people, including 400 males and 425 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.44%, with male literacy at 74.16% and female literacy at 51.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 825 | 400 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 71 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 244 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 156 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Hatwal Gaon
Hatwal Gaon 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 Hatwal Gaon
Public transport in the Hatwal Gaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehradun to Hatwal Gaon is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Hatwal Gaon is about 59 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 Hatwal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hatwal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hatwal 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 Hatwal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hatwal Gaon
Where is Hatwal Gaon located?
Hatwal Gaon village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hatwal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Hatwal Gaon is Hatwalgaon.
What is the pincode of Hatwal Gaon?
The pincode of Hatwal Gaon is 249180.
What is the population of Hatwal Gaon?
Hatwal Gaon had a total population of 825, including 400 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Hatwal Gaon?
Hatwal Gaon had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hatwal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hatwal Gaon was 62.44%. Male literacy was 74.16% and female literacy was 51.17%.