Lot - Bali Chowki, Mandi
Lot is a village situated in the Bali Chowki tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Thata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lot is 015023. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.69 hectares and falls under the 175106 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Lot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lot
According to the 2011 Census, Lot village had a total population of 327 people, including 161 males and 166 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.94%, with male literacy at 96.53% and female literacy at 67.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100.
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 | 327 | 161 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 139 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 22 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Lot
Lot 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 Lot
Lot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Lot is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lot 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Lot
Where is Lot located?
Lot village is located in Bali Chowki Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lot?
The Gram Panchayat of Lot is Thata.
What is the pincode of Lot?
The pincode of Lot is 175106.
What is the population of Lot?
Lot had a total population of 327, including 161 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Lot?
Lot had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lot was 81.94%. Male literacy was 96.53% and female literacy was 67.36%.