Lawardowa - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Lawardowa is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 80 km from Dhari and around 116 km from Nainital. Lawad Dova serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lawardowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawardowa is 055072. The village covers a total geographical area of 1352.42 hectares and falls under the 263126 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Lawardowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lawardowa
As per Census 2011, Lawardowa village has a total population of 1,408 people, consisting of 699 males and 709 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 276 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 775 literate and 633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 499 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lawardowa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,408 | 699 | 709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 127 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 499 | 246 | 253 |
| Literate Population | 775 | 476 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 223 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Lawardowa
Lawardowa 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 Lawardowa
Lawardowa 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 >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 Haldwani to Lawardowa is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Lawardowa is about 116 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 Lawardowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawardowa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lawardowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawardowa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lawardowa
Where is Lawardowa located?
Lawardowa village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lawardowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Lawardowa is Lawad Dova.
What is the pincode of Lawardowa?
The pincode of Lawardowa is 263126.
What is the population of Lawardowa?
Lawardowa has a total population of 1,408, including 699 males and 709 females.
How many households are there in Lawardowa?
There are 236 households in Lawardowa.
What is the literacy rate in Lawardowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawardowa is 55.04%. Male literacy is 68.10% and female literacy is 42.17%.