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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Losari village had a total population of 369 people, including 150 males and 219 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,460 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.87%, with male literacy at 95.76% and female literacy at 70.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 369 | 150 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 32 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 32 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 369, including 150 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Losari?
Losari had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Losari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Losari was 79.87%. Male literacy was 95.76% and female literacy was 70.50%.