Dwari - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Dwari is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 72 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dwari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dwari is 042930. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.9 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Dwari 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 Dwari
According to the 2011 Census, Dwari village had a total population of 265 people, including 107 males and 158 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,477 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.92%, with male literacy at 90.22% and female literacy at 62.16%.
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 | 265 | 107 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 83 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 24 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Dwari
Dwari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dewlangi | West | 1.00 km |
| Budkot | West | 1.96 km |
| Kemtilaga Burkot | West | 2.53 km |
| Thapla | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Nail | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Bahera | North | 3.71 km |
| Bausla | West | 3.89 km |
| Vanchuri | West | 3.93 km |
| Saruna | North | 4.93 km |
| Ghansali | North-West | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dwari
Dwari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 km.
| 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 Tehri to Dwari is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dwari is about 72 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 Dwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dwari 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 Dwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dwari 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 Dwari
Where is Dwari located?
Dwari village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dwari?
Dwari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dwari?
The pincode of Dwari is 249155.
What is the population of Dwari?
Dwari had a total population of 265, including 107 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Dwari?
Dwari had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dwari was 72.92%. Male literacy was 90.22% and female literacy was 62.16%.