Lwali - Jainti, Almora
Lwali is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Lwali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lwali is 053471. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.4 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Lwali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lwali
According to the 2011 Census, Lwali village had a total population of 143 people, including 56 males and 87 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,554 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 97.96% and female literacy at 80.28%.
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 | 143 | 56 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 7 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 48 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 8 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Lwali
Lwali 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 Lwali
Lwali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Almora to Lwali is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lwali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lwali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lwali
Where is Lwali located?
Lwali village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lwali?
Lwali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lwali?
The pincode of Lwali is 263626.
What is the population of Lwali?
Lwali had a total population of 143, including 56 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Lwali?
Lwali had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lwali was 87.50%. Male literacy was 97.96% and female literacy was 80.28%.