Ganwal Gaon - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Ganwal Gaon is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 28 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Gwalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganwal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganwal Gaon is 043882. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.91 hectares and falls under the 249130 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ganwal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganwal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Ganwal Gaon village has a total population of 156 people, consisting of 78 males and 78 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 106 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganwal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | 78 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 61 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 17 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Ganwal Gaon
Ganwal 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 Ganwal Gaon
Ganwal Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Chamba to Ganwal Gaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Ganwal Gaon is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganwal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganwal 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 Ganwal 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 Ganwal 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 Ganwal Gaon
Where is Ganwal Gaon located?
Ganwal Gaon village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganwal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganwal Gaon is Gwalgaon.
What is the pincode of Ganwal Gaon?
The pincode of Ganwal Gaon is 249130.
What is the population of Ganwal Gaon?
Ganwal Gaon has a total population of 156, including 78 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Ganwal Gaon?
There are 36 households in Ganwal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ganwal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganwal Gaon is 67.95%. Male literacy is 78.21% and female literacy is 57.69%.