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
According to the 2011 Census, Lam Kande village had a total population of 364 people, including 179 males and 185 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.00%, with male literacy at 86.90% and female literacy at 58.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 364 | 179 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 364, including 179 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Lam Kande?
Lam Kande had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lam Kande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lam Kande was 72.00%. Male literacy was 86.90% and female literacy was 58.06%.