Lamjhigara - Kanda, Bageshwar
Lamjhigara is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Lamjigra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lamjhigara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamjhigara is 050689. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.27 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Lamjhigara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lamjhigara
As per Census 2011, Lamjhigara village has a total population of 495 people, consisting of 262 males and 233 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 388 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lamjhigara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 495 | 262 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 34 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 388 | 222 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 40 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Lamjhigara
Lamjhigara 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 Lamjhigara
Lamjhigara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Bageshwar to Lamjhigara is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamjhigara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamjhigara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lamjhigara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamjhigara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lamjhigara
Where is Lamjhigara located?
Lamjhigara village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamjhigara?
The Gram Panchayat of Lamjhigara is Lamjigra.
What is the pincode of Lamjhigara?
The pincode of Lamjhigara is 263640.
What is the population of Lamjhigara?
Lamjhigara has a total population of 495, including 262 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Lamjhigara?
There are 112 households in Lamjhigara.
What is the literacy rate in Lamjhigara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamjhigara is 78.38%. Male literacy is 84.73% and female literacy is 71.24%.