Garwan Gaon
Garwan Gaon is a village located in Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Pratapnagar (tehsildar office) and 118km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Garwangaon is the gram panchayat of Garwan Gaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Garwan Gaon unique in its vibrant Pratapnagar-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Garwan Gaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Garwan Gaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garwan Gaon is 043441. The village spans a total geographical area of 118.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249165. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Garwan Gaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
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Population of Garwan Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Garwan Gaon has a total population of about 559, with approximately 293 males and 266 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 88 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 140 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.00%, with male literacy at about 70.65% and female literacy near 50.38%. There are around 117 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garwan Gaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 559 | 293 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 50 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 76 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 341 | 207 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 86 | 132 |
Connectivity of Garwan Gaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garwan Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Garwan Gaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garwan Gaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Garwan Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garwan Gaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garwan Gaon
- Where is Garwan Gaon located?
- Garwan Gaon village is situated in Pratapnagar Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garwan Gaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garwan Gaon is Garwangaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garwan Gaon?
- The pincode of Garwan Gaon is 249165, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garwan Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garwan Gaon is 559, with 293 males and 266 females.
- How many households are there in Garwan Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garwan Gaon village has a total of 117 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garwan Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garwan Gaon is 61.00%. The male literacy rate is 70.65%, while the female literacy rate is 50.38%.