Gawara
Gawara is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Gawana is the gram panchayat of Gawara village.
Here you can discover what makes Gawara unique in its vibrant Dunda-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Gawara’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 Gawara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawara is 040507. The village spans a total geographical area of 113.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 279151. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Gawara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gawara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangotri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gawara
Population of Gawara
According to the 2011 Census, Gawara has a total population of about 479, with approximately 254 males and 225 females. The sex ratio is around 885 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 48 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 153 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.97%, with male literacy at about 82.28% and female literacy near 47.56%. There are around 95 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gawara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 479 | 254 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 83 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 209 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 45 | 118 |
Connectivity of Gawara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawara. As per the 2011 stats, Gawara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gawara
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawara
- Where is Gawara located?
- Gawara village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gawara is Gawana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gawara?
- The pincode of Gawara is 279151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gawara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawara is 479, with 254 males and 225 females.
- How many households are there in Gawara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawara village has a total of 95 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawara is 65.97%. The male literacy rate is 82.28%, while the female literacy rate is 47.56%.