Lamchula - Garud, Bageshwar
Lamchula is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Lamchula village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamchula is 051336. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.031 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Lamchula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Lamchula
According to the 2011 Census, Lamchula village had a total population of 784 people, including 375 males and 409 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.37%, with male literacy at 87.67% and female literacy at 57.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 736, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 784 | 375 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 75 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 736 | 350 | 386 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 263 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 112 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Lamchula
Lamchula 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 Lamchula
Public transport in the Lamchula is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Lamchula is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamchula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamchula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lamchula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamchula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lamchula
Where is Lamchula located?
Lamchula village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lamchula?
Lamchula is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lamchula?
The pincode of Lamchula is 263635.
What is the population of Lamchula?
Lamchula had a total population of 784, including 375 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Lamchula?
Lamchula had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lamchula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamchula was 72.37%. Male literacy was 87.67% and female literacy was 57.99%.