Gawana
Gawana is a village located in Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Bhatwari (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Gawana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gawana unique in its vibrant Bhatwari-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Gawana’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 Gawana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawana is 040765. The village spans a total geographical area of 177.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249193. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Gawana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Gawana
Population of Gawana
According to the 2011 Census, Gawana has a total population of about 1,196, with approximately 605 males and 591 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 170 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 242 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 35. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.46%, with male literacy at about 74.21% and female literacy near 54.48%. There are around 240 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gawana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,196 | 605 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 90 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 123 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 449 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 156 | 269 |
Connectivity of Gawana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawana. As per the 2011 stats, Gawana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gawana
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawana
- Where is Gawana located?
- Gawana village is situated in Bhatwari Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawana?
- Gawana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gawana?
- The pincode of Gawana is 249193, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gawana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawana is 1,196, with 605 males and 591 females.
- How many households are there in Gawana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawana village has a total of 240 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawana is 64.46%. The male literacy rate is 74.21%, while the female literacy rate is 54.48%.