Gawalgaun - Mori, Uttarkashi
Gawalgaun is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 194 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Khanna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawalgaun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawalgaun is 040217. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.69 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Gawalgaun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gawalgaun
According to the 2011 Census, Gawalgaun village had a total population of 118 people, including 70 males and 48 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 686 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.25%, with male literacy at 67.27% and female literacy at 41.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
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 | 118 | 70 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 37 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 33 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Gawalgaun
Gawalgaun 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 Gawalgaun
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gawalgaun.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Gawalgaun is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Gawalgaun is about 194 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawalgaun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawalgaun 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 Gawalgaun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawalgaun 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 Gawalgaun
Where is Gawalgaun located?
Gawalgaun village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gawalgaun?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawalgaun is Khanna.
What is the pincode of Gawalgaun?
The pincode of Gawalgaun is 249128.
What is the population of Gawalgaun?
Gawalgaun had a total population of 118, including 70 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Gawalgaun?
Gawalgaun had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawalgaun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawalgaun was 56.25%. Male literacy was 67.27% and female literacy was 41.46%.