Losari - Dewal, Chamoli
Losari is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Tharali and around 122 km from Gopeshwar. Lousari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Losari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Losari is 041751. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.2 hectares and falls under the 246427 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Losari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Losari
As per Census 2011, Losari village has a total population of 369 people, consisting of 150 males and 219 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,460 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Losari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 369 | 150 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 32 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 32 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 113 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 37 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Losari
Losari 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 Losari
Public transport in the Losari 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 Karnaprayag to Losari is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Losari is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Losari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Losari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Losari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Losari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Losari
Where is Losari located?
Losari village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Losari?
The Gram Panchayat of Losari is Lousari.
What is the pincode of Losari?
The pincode of Losari is 246427.
What is the population of Losari?
Losari has a total population of 369, including 150 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Losari?
There are 77 households in Losari.
What is the literacy rate in Losari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Losari is 68.83%. Male literacy is 75.33% and female literacy is 64.38%.