Chhani Lwesal - Someshwar, Almora
Chhani Lwesal is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chhani Layshal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhani Lwesal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhani Lwesal is 053256. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.62 hectares and falls under the 263629 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Chhani Lwesal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhani Lwesal
As per Census 2011, Chhani Lwesal village has a total population of 1,644 people, consisting of 745 males and 899 females. The village has 412 households and a sex ratio of 1,206 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,256 literate and 388 illiterate residents. Additionally, 370 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhani Lwesal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,644 | 745 | 899 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 84 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 170 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 1,256 | 634 | 622 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 111 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Chhani Lwesal
Chhani Lwesal 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 Chhani Lwesal
Chhani Lwesal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Almora to Chhani Lwesal is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhani Lwesal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhani Lwesal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhani Lwesal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhani Lwesal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chhani Lwesal
Where is Chhani Lwesal located?
Chhani Lwesal village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhani Lwesal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhani Lwesal is Chhani Layshal.
What is the pincode of Chhani Lwesal?
The pincode of Chhani Lwesal is 263629.
What is the population of Chhani Lwesal?
Chhani Lwesal has a total population of 1,644, including 745 males and 899 females.
How many households are there in Chhani Lwesal?
There are 412 households in Chhani Lwesal.
What is the literacy rate in Chhani Lwesal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhani Lwesal is 76.40%. Male literacy is 85.10% and female literacy is 69.19%.