Lwani - Dewal, Chamoli
Lwani is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Tharali and around 115 km from Gopeshwar. Lwani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lwani is 041769. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.27 hectares and falls under the 246427 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Lwani 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 Lwani
As per Census 2011, Lwani village has a total population of 428 people, consisting of 183 males and 245 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 1,338 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 298 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lwani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 428 | 183 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 146 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 37 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Lwani
Lwani 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 Lwani
Public transport in the Lwani 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 Karnaprayag to Lwani is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Lwani is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lwani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lwani 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Lwani
Where is Lwani located?
Lwani village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lwani?
Lwani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lwani?
The pincode of Lwani is 246427.
What is the population of Lwani?
Lwani has a total population of 428, including 183 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Lwani?
There are 95 households in Lwani.
What is the literacy rate in Lwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lwani is 69.63%. Male literacy is 79.78% and female literacy is 62.04%.