Lwechatta Son - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Lwechatta Son is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Hanera Laga Rol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lwechatta Son village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lwechatta Son is 050027. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.58 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Lwechatta Son 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 Lwechatta Son
According to the 2011 Census, Lwechatta Son village had a total population of 76 people, including 39 males and 37 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.76%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 62.50%.
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 | 39 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 9 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Lwechatta Son
Lwechatta Son 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 Lwechatta Son
Public transport in the Lwechatta Son is mainly available through shared van 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 Pithoragarh to Lwechatta Son is about 86 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 Lwechatta Son
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lwechatta Son 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 Lwechatta Son
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lwechatta Son village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lwechatta Son
Where is Lwechatta Son located?
Lwechatta Son village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lwechatta Son?
The Gram Panchayat of Lwechatta Son is Hanera Laga Rol.
What is the pincode of Lwechatta Son?
The pincode of Lwechatta Son is 262522.
What is the population of Lwechatta Son?
Lwechatta Son had a total population of 76, including 39 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Lwechatta Son?
Lwechatta Son had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lwechatta Son?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lwechatta Son was 75.76%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 62.50%.