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
According to the 2011 Census, Lewtari village had a total population of 183 people, including 87 males and 96 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.86%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 48.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
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 | 183 | 87 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 183, including 87 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Lewtari?
Lewtari had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lewtari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lewtari was 59.86%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 48.61%.