Lam Kande - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Lam Kande is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 58 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Lam Kande village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lam Kande is 044332. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.54 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Lam Kande village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lam Kande
As per Census 2011, Lam Kande village has a total population of 364 people, consisting of 179 males and 185 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 216 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lam Kande are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 364 | 179 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 216 | 126 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 53 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Lam Kande
Lam Kande 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 Lam Kande
Lam Kande is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehradun to Lam Kande is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Lam Kande is about 58 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 Lam Kande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lam Kande village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lam Kande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lam Kande 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 Lam Kande
Where is Lam Kande located?
Lam Kande village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lam Kande?
Lam Kande is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lam Kande?
The pincode of Lam Kande is 249180.
What is the population of Lam Kande?
Lam Kande has a total population of 364, including 179 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Lam Kande?
There are 59 households in Lam Kande.
What is the literacy rate in Lam Kande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lam Kande is 59.34%. Male literacy is 70.39% and female literacy is 48.65%.