Lwail - Pawkidevi, Tehri Garhwal
Lwail is a village situated in the Pawkidevi tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 52 km from Narendra Nagar and around 106 km from New Tehri. Lwel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lwail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lwail is 044519. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.89 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Lwail 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 Lwail
According to the 2011 Census, Lwail village had a total population of 919 people, including 451 males and 468 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.52%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 57.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 919 | 451 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 91 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 312 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 139 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Lwail
Lwail 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 Lwail
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lwail.
| 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 Lwail is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Lwail is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lwail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lwail 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lwail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lwail 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 Lwail
Where is Lwail located?
Lwail village is located in Pawkidevi Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lwail?
The Gram Panchayat of Lwail is Lwel.
What is the pincode of Lwail?
The pincode of Lwail is 249192.
What is the population of Lwail?
Lwail had a total population of 919, including 451 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Lwail?
Lwail had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lwail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lwail was 71.52%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 57.72%.