Lechural Joshi - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Lechural Joshi is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Choli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lechural Joshi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lechural Joshi is 050041. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.99 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Lechural Joshi 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lechural Joshi
According to the 2011 Census, Lechural Joshi village had a total population of 112 people, including 58 males and 54 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 88.46% and female literacy at 70.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95.
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 | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 45 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 12 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Lechural Joshi
Lechural Joshi 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 Lechural Joshi
Lechural Joshi 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 Pithoragarh to Lechural Joshi is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lechural Joshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lechural Joshi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lechural Joshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lechural Joshi 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 Lechural Joshi
Where is Lechural Joshi located?
Lechural Joshi village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lechural Joshi?
The Gram Panchayat of Lechural Joshi is Choli.
What is the pincode of Lechural Joshi?
The pincode of Lechural Joshi is 262522.
What is the population of Lechural Joshi?
Lechural Joshi had a total population of 112, including 58 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Lechural Joshi?
Lechural Joshi had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lechural Joshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lechural Joshi was 80.00%. Male literacy was 88.46% and female literacy was 70.83%.