Gawalgaun
Gawalgaun is a village located in Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Mori (tehsildar office) and 194km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Khanna is the gram panchayat of Gawalgaun village.
Here you can discover what makes Gawalgaun unique in its vibrant Mori-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Gawalgaun’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 Gawalgaun
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawalgaun is 040217. The village spans a total geographical area of 180.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249128. Barkot is nearest town to Gawalgaun village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 93km away.
Google Map of Gawalgaun
Population of Gawalgaun
According to the 2011 Census, Gawalgaun has a total population of about 118, with approximately 70 males and 48 females. The sex ratio is around 685 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 22 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 46 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.76%, with male literacy at about 52.86% and female literacy near 35.42%. There are around 16 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gawalgaun's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 118 | 70 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 54 | 37 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 33 | 31 |
Connectivity of Gawalgaun
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawalgaun. As per the 2011 stats, Gawalgaun 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 Gawalgaun
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawalgaun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawalgaun.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawalgaun
- Where is Gawalgaun located?
- Gawalgaun village is situated in Mori Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawalgaun?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gawalgaun is Khanna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gawalgaun?
- The pincode of Gawalgaun is 249128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gawalgaun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawalgaun is 118, with 70 males and 48 females.
- How many households are there in Gawalgaun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawalgaun village has a total of 16 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawalgaun as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawalgaun is 45.76%. The male literacy rate is 52.86%, while the female literacy rate is 35.42%.