Lotwa

Lotwa is a village located in Palkot subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Palkot (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Gumla. As per 2009 stats, Dahupani is the gram panchayat of Lotwa village.

Lotwa has its own place in the vibrant Gumla 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 Lotwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lotwa is 376351. The village spans a total geographical area of 773 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835220. Palkot is nearest town to Lotwa village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Lotwa

Below is a concise population overview of Lotwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 863 423 440
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 133 71 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) 201 96 105
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 502 250 252
Literate Population 392 224 168
Illiterate Population 471 199 272

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lotwa village:

  • The total population of Lotwa village is around 863, including approximately 423 males and 440 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 133 children aged 0–6 years in Lotwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lotwa village has 201 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 502 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Lotwa village is about 45.42%, with male literacy at 52.96% and female literacy at 38.18%.
  • There are around 188 households in Lotwa village.

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 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 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 Palkot Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lotwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Lotwa is Dahupani (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 835220, 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 863, with 423 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Lotwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lotwa village has a total of 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lotwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lotwa is 45.42%. The male literacy rate is 52.96%, while the female literacy rate is 38.18%.