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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Lawardowa village had a total population of 1,408 people, including 699 males and 709 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.46%, with male literacy at 83.22% and female literacy at 53.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 499.
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 | 1,408 | 699 | 709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 127 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 499 | 246 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,408, including 699 males and 709 females.
How many households are there in Lawardowa?
Lawardowa had 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lawardowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawardowa was 68.46%. Male literacy was 83.22% and female literacy was 53.39%.