Gewhoti - Dunda, Uttarkashi
Gewhoti is a village situated in the Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dunda and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Gyonoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gewhoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gewhoti is 040536. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.99 hectares and falls under the 249152 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gewhoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gewhoti
According to the 2011 Census, Gewhoti village had a total population of 516 people, including 278 males and 238 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.49%, with male literacy at 86.92% and female literacy at 53.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 144.
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 | 516 | 278 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 77 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 206 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 72 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Gewhoti
Gewhoti 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 Gewhoti
Public transport in the Gewhoti is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Gewhoti is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Gewhoti is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gewhoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gewhoti 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gewhoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gewhoti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gewhoti
Where is Gewhoti located?
Gewhoti village is located in Dunda Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gewhoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Gewhoti is Gyonoti.
What is the pincode of Gewhoti?
The pincode of Gewhoti is 249152.
What is the population of Gewhoti?
Gewhoti had a total population of 516, including 278 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Gewhoti?
Gewhoti had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gewhoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gewhoti was 71.49%. Male literacy was 86.92% and female literacy was 53.66%.