Lweta - Shama, Bageshwar
Lweta is a village situated in the Shama tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 129 km from Kapkot and around 104 km from Bageshwar. Namtichetabagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lweta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lweta is 050651. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.94 hectares and falls under the 263633 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 104 km away.
Lweta 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lweta
According to the 2011 Census, Lweta village had a total population of 69 people, including 30 males and 39 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,300 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.47%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 81.25%.
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 | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 5 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Lweta
Lweta 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 Lweta
Lweta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Bageshwar to Lweta is about 104 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lweta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lweta 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lweta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lweta 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 Lweta
Where is Lweta located?
Lweta village is located in Shama Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lweta?
The Gram Panchayat of Lweta is Namtichetabagar.
What is the pincode of Lweta?
The pincode of Lweta is 263633.
What is the population of Lweta?
Lweta had a total population of 69, including 30 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Lweta?
Lweta had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lweta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lweta was 89.47%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 81.25%.