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 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 Lwesar
According to the 2011 Census, Lwesar village had a total population of 85 people, including 46 males and 39 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.12%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 15 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 85, including 46 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Lwesar?
Lwesar had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lwesar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lwesar was 76.12%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 55.56%.