Gainwali - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Gainwali is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 106 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Genwali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gainwali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gainwali is 042811. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 106 km away.
Gainwali 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 Gainwali
According to the 2011 Census, Gainwali village had a total population of 425 people, including 195 males and 230 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,179 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.06%, with male literacy at 78.18% and female literacy at 44.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 425 | 195 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 30 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 129 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 66 | 147 |
Transport and Connectivity of Gainwali
Gainwali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Tehri to Gainwali is about 106 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gainwali is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gainwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gainwali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gainwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gainwali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gainwali
Where is Gainwali located?
Gainwali village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gainwali?
The Gram Panchayat of Gainwali is Genwali.
What is the pincode of Gainwali?
The pincode of Gainwali is 249155.
What is the population of Gainwali?
Gainwali had a total population of 425, including 195 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Gainwali?
Gainwali had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gainwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gainwali was 60.06%. Male literacy was 78.18% and female literacy was 44.15%.