Ward No. 5 – Gwagha
Ward Profile
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Ward Number | 5 |
| Ward Name | Gwagha |
| Headquarters | Gwagha |
| Geographic Coordinates | 28.12° N, 83.45° E |
| Total Area | 12.85 square kilometers |
| Elevation Range | 850 to 1,700 meters above sea level |
| Administrative Boundary | Chandrakot Rural Municipality, Gulmi, Lumbini Province |
| Neighboring Wards | Ward 4 (Shantipur), Ward 6 (Majuwa), Ward 7 (Rupakot) |
| Neighboring Municipalities | Satyawati Rural Municipality (Gulmi) |
| Major Settlements | Gwagha, Pokhara, Danda Tol, Lower Gwagha, Upper Gwagha |
| Villages / Toles | Gwagha Tol, Gaun Tol, School Tol, Health Post Tol |
| Map Location | Southeastern region of Chandrakot Rural Municipality |
| Ward Office Address | Gwagha, Ward 5, Chandrakot Rural Municipality, Gulmi |
Demographics
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,745 people (Census 2021) |
| Total Households | 482 households |
| Average Household Size | 3.62 persons per household |
| Population Density | 135.80 persons per square kilometer |
| Literacy Rate | 79.63 percent (Municipal average) |
| Migration Trend | Outward migration to urban centers like Butwal, Tamghas, Kathmandu, and foreign employment destinations due to search for job opportunities and higher education |
Social Profile
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Major Ethnic Communities | Magar, Chhetri, Brahmin, Kami, Damai |
| Major Castes | Khatri, K.C., Gurung, Aryal, Giri, Shrestha, Kami, Sarki |
| Major Religions | Hinduism, Buddhism |
| Languages Spoken | Nepali, Magar |
| Cultural Festivals | Dashain, Tihar, Maghe Sankranti, Teej, Buddha Jayanti, Lhosar |
| Local Traditions | Sorathi dance, Maruni dance, Bhajan Kirtan, Naumati Baja |
| Community Organizations | Farmers Groups, Mothers Groups (Aama Samuha), Youth Clubs, Forest User Committees, Water User Committees |
Geography & Environment
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Topography | Hilly terrain with steep slopes, terraced farmlands, and ridge tops |
| Rivers | Local tributaries flowing into Hugdi Khola and Badighat Khola watershed |
| Streams | Local seasonal streams |
| Forest | Community forests, mixed hardwood hill forests, pine plantations |
| Agricultural Land | Terraced farming land, rainfed agricultural slopes, stream basin patches |
| Climate | Subtropical to temperate hill climate |
| Rainfall | Heavy monsoon rainfall from June to September |
| Natural Resources | Forest biomass, freshwater springs, stone quarries, medicinal herbs |
| Disaster Risk | Landslides, soil erosion, drying water sources, forest fires |
| Landslide Areas | Steep hill slopes along rural road links |
| Flood Risk | Low on hills, minor flash flood risks along seasonal streams |
Economy & Livelihood
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Main Occupation | Agriculture, livestock farming, foreign employment, public service, retail trade |
| Agriculture | Subsistence farming of maize, millet, paddy, wheat, pulses |
| Livestock | Cattle, goat rearing, buffalo, poultry |
| Cash Crops | Oranges, citrus fruits, fresh vegetables, ginger, cardamom |
| Commercial Farming | Vegetable farming in plastic tunnels, orange orchards, goat farming groups |
| Tourism | Local hill scenery, viewpoint ridges, village cultural experiences |
| Local Businesses | Grocery shops, agrovet stores, small processing mills, local transport |
| Cooperatives | Savings and credit cooperatives, agricultural cooperatives |
| Industries | Cottage industries, agro-processing mills, furniture workshops |
| Foreign Employment | Remittance dependency from Gulf countries, Malaysia, India |
| Income Sources | Agriculture, remittance, government service, small business |
Infrastructure
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Roads | Earthen rural roads connecting Gwagha to Shantipur and neighboring wards |
| Bridges | Small concrete culverts and suspension bridges over streams |
| Electricity | National grid electricity connected |
| Drinking Water | Gravity piped water systems, lift drinking water projects, natural springs |
| Irrigation | Canal irrigation, rainwater harvesting ponds, plastic ponds |
| Internet | Mobile 4G broadband, local internet providers |
| Mobile Network | NTC and Ncell mobile coverage |
| Public Transport | Local jeeps and mini buses connecting to Shantipur, Tamghas, Butwal |
Education
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Schools | Public secondary and primary community schools serving local settlements |
| Colleges | Students attend Chandrakot Campus in nearby Shantipur (Ward 4) |
| ECD Centers | Early Childhood Development centers attached to primary schools |
| Literacy Programs | Community adult literacy programs conducted by local government |
| Technical Education | Vocational skill initiatives in local educational networks |
Healthcare
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Health Posts | Gwagha Health Post for primary healthcare services |
| Hospitals | Chandrakot Primary Health Center (Shantipur) or Tamghas Hospital |
| Birthing Centers | Basic maternal healthcare available locally or in Ward 4 Shantipur |
| Ambulance | Municipal ambulance service on call |
| Common Health Challenges | Seasonal flu, waterborne illnesses, respiratory problems, maternal healthcare access |
Tourism
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Temples | Local Devi temples and Ganesh shrines |
| Lakes | Local natural ponds and conservation water structures |
| Waterfalls | Seasonal natural waterfalls |
| Parks | Open hill picnic areas |
| Viewpoints | Gwagha Ridge Viewpoint |
| Cultural Sites | Historic settlement areas, cultural dance grounds |
| Religious Sites | Local shrines and temples |
| Trekking Routes | Local hiking trails connecting to Shantipur and Satyawati |
| Homestays | Potential for Magar and Gurung village homestays |
| Tourism Potential | Eco-tourism, agro-tourism, hiking trails, rural hill homestays |
Current Challenges
| Challenge | Description |
|---|---|
| Roads | Earthen roads blocked by landslides during monsoon season |
| Water | Drying natural water sources and technical issues in lift systems |
| Health | Limited health services requiring travel to distant hospitals |
| Education | Shortage of lab equipment, computers, and subject teachers |
| Employment | Very few non-farm jobs driving youth abroad |
| Agriculture | High cost of seeds/fertilizer, crop damage by wild animals |
| Migration | Depopulation leaving fewer working-age people in the village |
| Tourism | Lack of good roads and tourist facilities |
| Waste Management | No organized collection system for solid waste |
| Environment | Soil erosion and forest fire threats during dry season |
| Digital Services | Unstable internet during bad weather |
Development Opportunities
| Opportunity | Description |
|---|---|
| Commercial Farming | Expand orange orchards, commercial vegetable tunnels, goat farming |
| Eco Tourism | Promote Gwagha viewpoint and hiking trails |
| Water Management | Build rainwater harvesting ponds and lift drinking water systems |
| Road Upgrading | Gravel and blacktop main rural link roads |
| Vocational Training | Skill development in farming, building work, electric repairs |
Priority Development Areas
| Development Area | Priority |
|---|---|
| Drinking Water Infrastructure | High |
| All-Weather Road Network | High |
| Agriculture Commercialization | High |
| School Education Quality | Medium |
| Health Service Expansion | Medium |
| Tourism Development | Medium |
| Waste Management | Low |
| Digital Services | Low |
Ongoing Projects
| Project Name | Budget | Status | Agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gwagha Lift Drinking Water Project | Municipal Allocation | Under Implementation | Chandrakot Rural Municipality |
| Rural Link Road Drainage and Upgrade | Municipal Annual Budget | Ongoing | Chandrakot Rural Municipality |
| Farm Subsidies and Mechanization | Subsidized Program | Ongoing | Agriculture Section Chandrakot |
| School Infrastructure and ICT Support | Municipal and Federal Joint Fund | Ongoing | Chandrakot Education Section |
Key Statistics
| Facts | Information |
|---|---|
| Ward Number | 5 |
| Ward Name | Gwagha |
| District | Gulmi |
| Municipality | Chandrakot Rural Municipality |
| Total Area | 12.85 square kilometers |
| Total Population | 1,745 persons (Census 2021) |
| Total Households | 482 households |
| Population Density | 135.80 persons per square kilometer |
| Major Settlement | Gwagha |
| Main Health Facility | Gwagha Health Post |
| Main Tourist Spot | Gwagha Ridge Viewpoint |
Sources
- National Population and Housing Census 2021 - National Statistics Office NSO Nepal (2023)
- Chandrakot Rural Municipality Official Portal - Government of Nepal (2024 / 2025)
- Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration - Local Level Structure Gazette (2017)
- District Profile Gulmi - District Coordination Committee Gulmi (2022)
- Center for Education and Human Resource Development - School Statistics Nepal (2023)
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