Herwal Gaon - Pratapnagar, Tehri Garhwal
Herwal Gaon is a village situated in the Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapnagar and around 108 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Herwalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Herwal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Herwal Gaon is 043425. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.83 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Herwal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Herwal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Herwal Gaon village had a total population of 568 people, including 279 males and 289 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.38%, with male literacy at 97.84% and female literacy at 47.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 568 | 279 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 47 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 227 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 52 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Herwal Gaon
Herwal Gaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mukhmal Gaon | East | 0.71 km |
| Mukhem | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Ghorpur | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Deen Gaon | North | 2.02 km |
| Dhangar Gaon | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Sadargaon | West | 2.46 km |
| Mastari | South | 2.68 km |
| Silora | East | 2.69 km |
| Khamakhal | South | 2.69 km |
| Khurmola | South-East | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Herwal Gaon
Herwal Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Uttarkashi to Herwal Gaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Herwal Gaon is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Herwal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Herwal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Herwal 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 Herwal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Herwal Gaon
Where is Herwal Gaon located?
Herwal Gaon village is located in Pratapnagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Herwal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Herwal Gaon is Herwalgaon.
What is the pincode of Herwal Gaon?
The pincode of Herwal Gaon is 249165.
What is the population of Herwal Gaon?
Herwal Gaon had a total population of 568, including 279 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Herwal Gaon?
Herwal Gaon had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Herwal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Herwal Gaon was 72.38%. Male literacy was 97.84% and female literacy was 47.23%.