Lodashi - Pawkidevi, Tehri Garhwal
Lodashi is a village situated in the Pawkidevi tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Narendra Nagar and around 90 km from New Tehri. Lodsi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lodashi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lodashi is 044518. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.58 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Lodashi 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lodashi
According to the 2011 Census, Lodashi village had a total population of 780 people, including 378 males and 402 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.57%, with male literacy at 88.22% and female literacy at 54.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 252.
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 | 780 | 378 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 64 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 118 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 277 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 101 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Lodashi
Lodashi 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 Lodashi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Lodashi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rishikesh to Lodashi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Lodashi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lodashi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lodashi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lodashi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lodashi 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 Lodashi
Where is Lodashi located?
Lodashi village is located in Pawkidevi Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lodashi?
The Gram Panchayat of Lodashi is Lodsi.
What is the pincode of Lodashi?
The pincode of Lodashi is 249192.
What is the population of Lodashi?
Lodashi had a total population of 780, including 378 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Lodashi?
Lodashi had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lodashi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lodashi was 70.57%. Male literacy was 88.22% and female literacy was 54.03%.