Duwari - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Duwari is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 75 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Duwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duwari is 042999. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.2 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Duwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Duwari
According to the 2011 Census, Duwari village had a total population of 499 people, including 214 males and 285 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,332 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.59%, with male literacy at 90.12% and female literacy at 61.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 226, 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 | 499 | 214 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 103 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 155 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 59 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Duwari
Duwari 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 Duwari
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Duwari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tehri to Duwari is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Duwari is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Duwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duwari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Duwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duwari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Duwari
Where is Duwari located?
Duwari village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Duwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Duwari is Dang.
What is the pincode of Duwari?
The pincode of Duwari is 249155.
What is the population of Duwari?
Duwari had a total population of 499, including 214 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Duwari?
Duwari had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duwari was 73.59%. Male literacy was 90.12% and female literacy was 61.60%.