Lakhwal
About Lakhwal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Lakhwal village is 008297. Lakhwal village is located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 85km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Lakhwal village. As per 2009 stats, Sadwan is the gram panchayat of Lakhwal village.
The total geographical area of village is 234.13 hectares. Lakhwal has a total population of 1,132 peoples, out of which male population is 540 while female population is 592. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1096 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of lakhwal village is 73.50% out of which 77.04% males and 70.27% females are literate. There are about 214 houses in lakhwal village. Pincode of lakhwal village locality is 176301.
When it comes to administration, Lakhwal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Lakhwal village comes under Nurpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to lakhwal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Lakhwal
The population details of Lakhwal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,132 | 540 | 592 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 154 | 78 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 479 | 229 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 832 | 416 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 124 | 176 |
Connectivity of Lakhwal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lakhwal
Where is Lakhwal located?
Lakhwal village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhwal is Sadwan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lakhwal?
The pincode of Lakhwal is 176301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lakhwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lakhwal is 1,132, with 540 males and 592 females.
How many households are there in Lakhwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lakhwal village has a total of 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lakhwal is 73.50%. The male literacy rate is 77.04%, while the female literacy rate is 70.27%.