Lotni - Pehowa, Kurukshetra
Lotni is a village situated in the Pehowa tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pehowa and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Lotni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lotni is 058391. The village covers a total geographical area of 291 hectares and falls under the 136129 pincode. Pehowa is the nearest town.
Lotni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pehowa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lotni
According to the 2011 Census, Lotni village had a total population of 1,480 people, including 781 males and 699 females, living in 303 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.21%, with male literacy at 80.69% and female literacy at 56.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 351.
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 | 1,480 | 781 | 699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 139 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 175 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 843 | 518 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 263 | 374 |
Nearby Villages of Lotni
Lotni 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 Lotni
Lotni 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kurukshetra to Lotni is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lotni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lotni 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lotni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lotni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lotni
Where is Lotni located?
Lotni village is located in Pehowa Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lotni?
Lotni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lotni?
The pincode of Lotni is 136129.
What is the population of Lotni?
Lotni had a total population of 1,480, including 781 males and 699 females.
How many households are there in Lotni?
Lotni had 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lotni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lotni was 69.21%. Male literacy was 80.69% and female literacy was 56.42%.