Gagwari - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Gagwari is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 91 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Gangwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gagwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagwari is 043030. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.9 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Gagwari 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 Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gagwari
According to the 2011 Census, Gagwari village had a total population of 503 people, including 233 males and 270 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,159 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.57%, with male literacy at 90.53% and female literacy at 59.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 166.
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 | 503 | 233 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 78 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 172 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 61 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Gagwari
Gagwari 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 Gagwari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gagwari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Gagwari is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gagwari is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gagwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagwari 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 Gagwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagwari 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 Gagwari
Where is Gagwari located?
Gagwari village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gagwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagwari is Gangwari.
What is the pincode of Gagwari?
The pincode of Gagwari is 249155.
What is the population of Gagwari?
Gagwari had a total population of 503, including 233 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Gagwari?
Gagwari had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagwari was 73.57%. Male literacy was 90.53% and female literacy was 59.57%.