Palwara Laga Odar - Dewal, Chamoli
Palwara Laga Odar is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Tharali and around 100 km from Gopeshwar. Palwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palwara Laga Odar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palwara Laga Odar is 041791. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.55 hectares and falls under the 246427 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Palwara Laga Odar 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 Palwara Laga Odar
According to the 2011 Census, Palwara Laga Odar village had a total population of 289 people, including 138 males and 151 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.29%, with male literacy at 84.68% and female literacy at 65.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 281.
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 | 289 | 138 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 134 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 94 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 44 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Palwara Laga Odar
Palwara Laga Odar 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 Palwara Laga Odar
Palwara Laga Odar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Palwara Laga Odar is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Palwara Laga Odar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palwara Laga Odar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palwara Laga Odar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palwara Laga Odar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palwara Laga Odar 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 Palwara Laga Odar
Where is Palwara Laga Odar located?
Palwara Laga Odar village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palwara Laga Odar?
The Gram Panchayat of Palwara Laga Odar is Palwara.
What is the pincode of Palwara Laga Odar?
The pincode of Palwara Laga Odar is 246427.
What is the population of Palwara Laga Odar?
Palwara Laga Odar had a total population of 289, including 138 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Palwara Laga Odar?
Palwara Laga Odar had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palwara Laga Odar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palwara Laga Odar was 74.29%. Male literacy was 84.68% and female literacy was 65.67%.