Lothal
Lothal is a village located in Chamba tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from Chamba, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Lothal village. As per 2009 stats, Lothal village is also a gram panchayat.
Lothal has its own place in the vibrant Chamba region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Lothal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lothal is 007852. The village spans a total geographical area of 169 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176311. Chamba is nearest town to Lothal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Lothal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lothal
Population of Lothal
Below is a concise population overview of Lothal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 775 | 384 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 92 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 530 | 291 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 93 | 152 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lothal village:
- The total population of Lothal village is around 775, including approximately 384 males and 391 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 118 children aged 0–6 years in Lothal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Lothal village has 194 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 87 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Lothal village is about 68.39%, with male literacy at 75.78% and female literacy at 61.13%.
- There are around 155 households in Lothal village.
Connectivity of Lothal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lothal. As per the 2011 stats, Lothal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lothal
Knowing the nearby villages of Lothal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lothal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lothal
- Where is Lothal located?
- Lothal village is situated in Chamba Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lothal?
- Lothal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Lothal?
- The pincode of Lothal is 176311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lothal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lothal is 775, with 384 males and 391 females.
- How many households are there in Lothal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lothal village has a total of 155 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lothal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lothal is 68.39%. The male literacy rate is 75.78%, while the female literacy rate is 61.13%.