Lothal - Dharwala, Chamba
Lothal is a village situated in the Dharwala tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Chamba. Lothal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lothal is 007852. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 176311 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Lothal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lothal
As per Census 2011, Lothal village has a total population of 775 people, consisting of 384 males and 391 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 530 literate and 245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lothal are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Lothal
Lothal 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 Lothal
Lothal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Chamba to Lothal is about 26 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 Lothal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lothal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lothal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lothal 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 Lothal
Where is Lothal located?
Lothal village is located in Dharwala Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lothal?
Lothal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lothal?
The pincode of Lothal is 176311.
What is the population of Lothal?
Lothal has a total population of 775, including 384 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Lothal?
There are 155 households in Lothal.
What is the literacy rate in Lothal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lothal is 68.39%. Male literacy is 75.78% and female literacy is 61.13%.