Lowai - Multhan, Kangra
Lowai is a village situated in the Multhan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Lowai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lowai is 012120. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.35 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Lowai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lowai
According to the 2011 Census, Lowai village had a total population of 251 people, including 125 males and 126 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.47%, with male literacy at 70.09% and female literacy at 50.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 251 | 125 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 75 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 50 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Lowai
Lowai 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 Lowai
Public transport in the Lowai is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Lowai is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lowai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lowai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lowai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lowai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lowai
Where is Lowai located?
Lowai village is located in Multhan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lowai?
Lowai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lowai?
The pincode of Lowai is 175013.
What is the population of Lowai?
Lowai had a total population of 251, including 125 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Lowai?
Lowai had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lowai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lowai was 60.47%. Male literacy was 70.09% and female literacy was 50.93%.