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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chhani Lwesal village had a total population of 1,644 people, including 745 males and 899 females, living in 412 households. The sex ratio was 1,207 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.92%, with male literacy at 95.92% and female literacy at 76.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 370, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,644, including 745 males and 899 females.
How many households are there in Chhani Lwesal?
Chhani Lwesal had 412 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhani Lwesal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhani Lwesal was 84.92%. Male literacy was 95.92% and female literacy was 76.04%.