Lotapani - Kunkuri, Jashpur
Lotapani is a village situated in the Kunkuri tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunkuri and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Gadakata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lotapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lotapani is 434067. The village covers a total geographical area of 209.82 hectares and falls under the 496225 pincode. Kunkuri is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Lotapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lotapani
According to the 2011 Census, Lotapani village had a total population of 384 people, including 195 males and 189 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.98%, with male literacy at 80.86% and female literacy at 53.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 264.
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 | 384 | 195 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 135 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 131 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 64 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Lotapani
Lotapani 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 Lotapani
Lotapani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kunkuri to Lotapani is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Lotapani is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lotapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lotapani 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lotapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lotapani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lotapani
Where is Lotapani located?
Lotapani village is located in Kunkuri Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lotapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Lotapani is Gadakata.
What is the pincode of Lotapani?
The pincode of Lotapani is 496225.
What is the population of Lotapani?
Lotapani had a total population of 384, including 195 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Lotapani?
Lotapani had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lotapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lotapani was 66.98%. Male literacy was 80.86% and female literacy was 53.09%.