Gawana Malla - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Gawana Malla is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 95 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Gawana Malla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawana Malla is 042840. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.3 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Gawana Malla 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 Gawana Malla
According to the 2011 Census, Gawana Malla village had a total population of 402 people, including 157 males and 245 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,561 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.92%, with male literacy at 85.37% and female literacy at 52.48%.
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 | 402 | 157 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 34 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 105 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 52 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Gawana Malla
Gawana Malla 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 Gawana Malla
Public transport in the Gawana Malla is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gawana Malla is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gawana Malla is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawana Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawana Malla 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 Gawana Malla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawana Malla 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 Gawana Malla
Where is Gawana Malla located?
Gawana Malla village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gawana Malla?
Gawana Malla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gawana Malla?
The pincode of Gawana Malla is 249155.
What is the population of Gawana Malla?
Gawana Malla had a total population of 402, including 157 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Gawana Malla?
Gawana Malla had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawana Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawana Malla was 64.92%. Male literacy was 85.37% and female literacy was 52.48%.