Lwesar - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Lwesar is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sunyora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lwesar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lwesar is 049939. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.31 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 89 km away.
Lwesar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Lwesar
As per Census 2011, Lwesar village has a total population of 85 people, consisting of 46 males and 39 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 847 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lwesar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 15 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 15 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Lwesar
Lwesar 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 Lwesar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Lwesar.
| 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 Lwesar is about 89 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 Lwesar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lwesar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lwesar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lwesar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lwesar
Where is Lwesar located?
Lwesar village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lwesar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lwesar is Sunyora.
What is the pincode of Lwesar?
The pincode of Lwesar is 262522.
What is the population of Lwesar?
Lwesar has a total population of 85, including 46 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Lwesar?
There are 18 households in Lwesar.
What is the literacy rate in Lwesar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lwesar is 60.00%. Male literacy is 67.39% and female literacy is 51.28%.