Lamkuni - Tharali, Chamoli
Lamkuni is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sunla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lamkuni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamkuni is 041704. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.3 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Lamkuni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Lamkuni
According to the 2011 Census, Lamkuni village had a total population of 4 people, including 2 males and 2 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Lamkuni
Lamkuni 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 Lamkuni
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Lamkuni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lamkuni is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Lamkuni is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamkuni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamkuni 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Lamkuni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamkuni 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 Lamkuni
Where is Lamkuni located?
Lamkuni village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lamkuni?
The Gram Panchayat of Lamkuni is Sunla.
What is the pincode of Lamkuni?
The pincode of Lamkuni is 246481.
What is the population of Lamkuni?
Lamkuni had a total population of 4, including 2 males and 2 females.
How many households are there in Lamkuni?
Lamkuni had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lamkuni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamkuni was 75.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 50.00%.