Pauri Garhwal (पौड़ी गढ़वाल) is a district in Uttarakhand, India, stretching from the Himalayan foothills into the Garhwal mountains. Its headquarters is Pauri, a hill town known for broad Himalayan views. The district is noted for forested slopes, river valleys, pilgrimage sites and a strong Garhwali identity.
Garhwali and Hindi are widely spoken, and local life reflects village traditions, seasonal festivals and migration to towns for work and education. Farming, tourism, government services and military service support many households. Notable places include Khirsu, Lansdowne and the Neelkanth Mahadev temple near Rishikesh. Srinagar, on the Alaknanda River, is an important educational and commercial centre.
Common civic concerns include reliable roads, drinking water, healthcare and access to schools in scattered hill settlements. Residents also care about local employment, migration from villages, forest fires, landslides and human-wildlife conflict. Managing tourism, waste and construction while protecting forests and water sources remains important.