Lotol - Danta, Banas Kantha
Lotol is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Lotol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lotol is 507985. The village covers a total geographical area of 202.92 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Lotol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lotol
According to the 2011 Census, Lotol village had a total population of 414 people, including 227 males and 187 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.18%, with male literacy at 79.69% and female literacy at 40.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 414 | 227 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 153 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 74 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Lotol
Lotol 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 Lotol
Lotol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Palanpur to Lotol is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lotol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lotol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lotol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lotol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lotol
Where is Lotol located?
Lotol village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lotol?
Lotol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lotol?
The pincode of Lotol is 385120.
What is the population of Lotol?
Lotol had a total population of 414, including 227 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Lotol?
Lotol had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lotol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lotol was 62.18%. Male literacy was 79.69% and female literacy was 40.76%.