Barwal Gaon - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Barwal Gaon is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Tehri and around 50 km from New Tehri. Barwalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barwal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwal Gaon is 043832. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.79 hectares and falls under the 249131 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Barwal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barwal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Barwal Gaon village had a total population of 315 people, including 137 males and 178 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,299 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.47%, with male literacy at 94.83% and female literacy at 60.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 315 | 137 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 110 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 27 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Barwal Gaon
Barwal Gaon 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 Barwal Gaon
Barwal Gaon 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Barwal Gaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Barwal Gaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barwal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwal Gaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barwal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barwal Gaon 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 Barwal Gaon
Where is Barwal Gaon located?
Barwal Gaon village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Barwal Gaon is Barwalgaon.
What is the pincode of Barwal Gaon?
The pincode of Barwal Gaon is 249131.
What is the population of Barwal Gaon?
Barwal Gaon had a total population of 315, including 137 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Barwal Gaon?
Barwal Gaon had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwal Gaon was 74.47%. Male literacy was 94.83% and female literacy was 60.24%.