Lwarkha
Lwarkha is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 64km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Lwarkha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lwarkha unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Lwarkha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lwarkha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lwarkha is 043803. The village spans a total geographical area of 55.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249131. Chamba is nearest town to Lwarkha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 53km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lwarkha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lwarkha
Population of Lwarkha
According to the 2011 Census, Lwarkha has a total population of about 279, with approximately 143 males and 136 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 112 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.67%, with male literacy at about 76.22% and female literacy near 56.62%. There are around 55 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lwarkha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 143 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 54 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 186 | 109 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 34 | 59 |
Connectivity of Lwarkha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lwarkha. As per the 2011 stats, Lwarkha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lwarkha
Knowing the nearby villages of Lwarkha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lwarkha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lwarkha
- Where is Lwarkha located?
- Lwarkha village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lwarkha?
- Lwarkha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Lwarkha?
- The pincode of Lwarkha is 249131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lwarkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lwarkha is 279, with 143 males and 136 females.
- How many households are there in Lwarkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lwarkha village has a total of 55 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lwarkha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lwarkha is 66.67%. The male literacy rate is 76.22%, while the female literacy rate is 56.62%.