Lewtari - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Lewtari is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Sar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lewtari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lewtari is 040115. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.19 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Lewtari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lewtari
As per Census 2011, Lewtari village has a total population of 183 people, consisting of 87 males and 96 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lewtari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 183 | 87 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 50 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 37 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Lewtari
Lewtari 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 Lewtari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lewtari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Lewtari is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Lewtari is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lewtari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lewtari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lewtari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lewtari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lewtari
Where is Lewtari located?
Lewtari village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lewtari?
The Gram Panchayat of Lewtari is Sar.
What is the pincode of Lewtari?
The pincode of Lewtari is 249185.
What is the population of Lewtari?
Lewtari has a total population of 183, including 87 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Lewtari?
There are 32 households in Lewtari.
What is the literacy rate in Lewtari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lewtari is 46.45%. Male literacy is 57.47% and female literacy is 36.46%.