Lakhwara - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Lakhwara is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Kotdwara and around 128 km from Pauri. Lakhwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhwara is 048352. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.62 hectares and falls under the 246144 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Lakhwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotdwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhwara
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhwara village had a total population of 210 people, including 99 males and 111 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.32%, with male literacy at 96.59% and female literacy at 77.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 210 | 99 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 85 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 14 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhwara
Lakhwara 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 Lakhwara
Public transport in the Lakhwara is mainly available through shared van 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 Kotdwara to Lakhwara is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Lakhwara is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhwara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhwara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lakhwara
Where is Lakhwara located?
Lakhwara village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhwara is Lakhwar.
What is the pincode of Lakhwara?
The pincode of Lakhwara is 246144.
What is the population of Lakhwara?
Lakhwara had a total population of 210, including 99 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Lakhwara?
Lakhwara had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhwara was 86.32%. Male literacy was 96.59% and female literacy was 77.45%.