Lwatar - Thal, Pithoragarh
Lwatar is a village situated in the Thal tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Berinag and around 60 km from Pithoragarh. Uprada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lwatar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lwatar is 049690. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.19 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Lwatar 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 Lwatar
According to the 2011 Census, Lwatar village had a total population of 6 people, including 3 males and 3 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Lwatar
Lwatar 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 Lwatar
Lwatar 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Lwatar is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Lwatar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lwatar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lwatar 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 Lwatar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lwatar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lwatar
Where is Lwatar located?
Lwatar village is located in Thal Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lwatar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lwatar is Uprada.
What is the pincode of Lwatar?
The pincode of Lwatar is 262552.
What is the population of Lwatar?
Lwatar had a total population of 6, including 3 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Lwatar?
Lwatar had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lwatar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lwatar was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.