Kwari - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Kwari is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Kwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kwari is 040394. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.3 hectares and falls under the 249171 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kwari 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 Kwari
As per Census 2011, Kwari village has a total population of 472 people, consisting of 234 males and 238 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 295 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 367 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kwari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 472 | 234 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 182 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 165 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 69 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Kwari
Kwari 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 Kwari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kwari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Kwari is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Kwari is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kwari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kwari 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kwari
Where is Kwari located?
Kwari village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kwari is Kwadi.
What is the pincode of Kwari?
The pincode of Kwari is 249171.
What is the population of Kwari?
Kwari has a total population of 472, including 234 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Kwari?
There are 84 households in Kwari.
What is the literacy rate in Kwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kwari is 62.50%. Male literacy is 70.51% and female literacy is 54.62%.