Lamwar - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Lamwar is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Dewal Lasya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lamwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamwar is 042625. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.72 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Lamwar 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lamwar
According to the 2011 Census, Lamwar village had a total population of 95 people, including 42 males and 53 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,262 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.16%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 81.63%.
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 | 95 | 42 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Lamwar
Lamwar 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 Lamwar
Lamwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Rudraprayag to Lamwar is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lamwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lamwar
Where is Lamwar located?
Lamwar village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lamwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lamwar is Dewal Lasya.
What is the pincode of Lamwar?
The pincode of Lamwar is 246475.
What is the population of Lamwar?
Lamwar had a total population of 95, including 42 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Lamwar?
Lamwar had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lamwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamwar was 89.16%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 81.63%.