Gawana Talla - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Gawana Talla is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 94 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Gawana Talla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawana Talla is 042839. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.72 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Gawana Talla 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 Talla
According to the 2011 Census, Gawana Talla village had a total population of 339 people, including 148 males and 191 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,291 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.48%, with male literacy at 87.93% and female literacy at 59.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 170.
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 | 339 | 148 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 78 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 102 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 46 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Gawana Talla
Gawana Talla 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 Talla
Gawana Talla 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 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 Talla is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gawana Talla is about 94 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 Talla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawana Talla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gawana Talla
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 Talla 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gawana Talla
Where is Gawana Talla located?
Gawana Talla village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gawana Talla?
Gawana Talla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gawana Talla?
The pincode of Gawana Talla is 249155.
What is the population of Gawana Talla?
Gawana Talla had a total population of 339, including 148 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Gawana Talla?
Gawana Talla had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawana Talla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawana Talla was 71.48%. Male literacy was 87.93% and female literacy was 59.63%.