Lamaghar - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Lamaghar is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Bagajiwala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lamaghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamaghar is 049165. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.86 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Lamaghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Lamaghar
According to the 2011 Census, Lamaghar village had a total population of 76 people, including 32 males and 44 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,375 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.24%, with male literacy at 90.32% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 76 | 32 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 4 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Lamaghar
Lamaghar 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 Lamaghar
Lamaghar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Didihat to Lamaghar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Lamaghar is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamaghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamaghar 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Lamaghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamaghar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lamaghar
Where is Lamaghar located?
Lamaghar village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lamaghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lamaghar is Bagajiwala.
What is the pincode of Lamaghar?
The pincode of Lamaghar is 262552.
What is the population of Lamaghar?
Lamaghar had a total population of 76, including 32 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Lamaghar?
Lamaghar had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lamaghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamaghar was 73.24%. Male literacy was 90.32% and female literacy was 60.00%.