Lwara - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Lwara is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Lwara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lwara is 042185. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.55 hectares and falls under the 246439 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Lwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lwara
According to the 2011 Census, Lwara village had a total population of 1,164 people, including 556 males and 608 females, living in 237 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.97%, with male literacy at 91.34% and female literacy at 67.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 591, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,164 | 556 | 608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 71 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 591 | 294 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 800 | 443 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 113 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Lwara
Lwara 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 Lwara
Lwara 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 5-10 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 Rudraprayag to Lwara is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lwara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lwara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lwara
Where is Lwara located?
Lwara village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lwara?
Lwara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lwara?
The pincode of Lwara is 246439.
What is the population of Lwara?
Lwara had a total population of 1,164, including 556 males and 608 females.
How many households are there in Lwara?
Lwara had 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lwara was 78.97%. Male literacy was 91.34% and female literacy was 67.61%.