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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Lwail village has a total population of 919 people, consisting of 451 males and 468 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 540 literate and 379 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lwail are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 919, including 451 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Lwail?
There are 163 households in Lwail.
What is the literacy rate in Lwail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lwail is 58.76%. Male literacy is 69.18% and female literacy is 48.72%.