Dharwal Goan - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Dharwal Goan is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 66 km from Tehri and around 66 km from New Tehri. Dharawalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharwal Goan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharwal Goan is 043777. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.14 hectares and falls under the 249132 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Dharwal Goan 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 Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharwal Goan
According to the 2011 Census, Dharwal Goan village had a total population of 542 people, including 267 males and 275 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.84%, with male literacy at 97.05% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 542 | 267 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 230 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 37 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Dharwal Goan
Dharwal Goan 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 Dharwal Goan
Dharwal Goan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chamba to Dharwal Goan is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dharwal Goan is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharwal Goan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharwal Goan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dharwal Goan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharwal Goan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dharwal Goan
Where is Dharwal Goan located?
Dharwal Goan village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dharwal Goan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharwal Goan is Dharawalgaon.
What is the pincode of Dharwal Goan?
The pincode of Dharwal Goan is 249132.
What is the population of Dharwal Goan?
Dharwal Goan had a total population of 542, including 267 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Dharwal Goan?
Dharwal Goan had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharwal Goan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharwal Goan was 83.84%. Male literacy was 97.05% and female literacy was 71.43%.