Lotwa

Lotwa is a village located in Basia subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Basiya (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Gumla. As per 2009 stats, Pantha is the gram panchayat of Lotwa village.

Here you can discover what makes Lotwa unique in its vibrant Basia-Gumla region. You’ll see Lotwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Lotwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lotwa is 375898. The village spans a total geographical area of 596 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835229. Basiya is nearest town to Lotwa village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Lotwa 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 Sisai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Lotwa

According to the 2011 Census, Lotwa has a total population of about 1,015, with approximately 521 males and 494 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 164 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 717. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.72%, with male literacy at about 69.67% and female literacy near 47.17%. There are around 192 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lotwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,015 521 494
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 164 75 89
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 717 364 353
Literate Population 596 363 233
Illiterate Population 419 158 261

Connectivity of Lotwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lotwa. As per the 2011 stats, Lotwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Lotwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Lotwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lotwa.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lotwa

Where is Lotwa located?
Lotwa village is situated in Basia Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lotwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Lotwa is Pantha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lotwa?
The pincode of Lotwa is 835229, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lotwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lotwa is 1,015, with 521 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Lotwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lotwa village has a total of 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lotwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lotwa is 58.72%. The male literacy rate is 69.67%, while the female literacy rate is 47.17%.