Lakhotarwan - Gangath, Kangra
Lakhotarwan is a village situated in the Gangath tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Dharmsala. Mandholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhotarwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhotarwan is 008405. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.84 hectares and falls under the 176204 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Lakhotarwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhotarwan
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhotarwan village had a total population of 137 people, including 70 males and 67 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.20%, with male literacy at 91.04% and female literacy at 82.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 137 | 70 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 9 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhotarwan
Lakhotarwan 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 Lakhotarwan
Lakhotarwan 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 Dharmsala to Lakhotarwan is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhotarwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhotarwan 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 Lakhotarwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhotarwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhotarwan
Where is Lakhotarwan located?
Lakhotarwan village is located in Gangath Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhotarwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhotarwan is Mandholi.
What is the pincode of Lakhotarwan?
The pincode of Lakhotarwan is 176204.
What is the population of Lakhotarwan?
Lakhotarwan had a total population of 137, including 70 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Lakhotarwan?
Lakhotarwan had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhotarwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhotarwan was 87.20%. Male literacy was 91.04% and female literacy was 82.76%.