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.
Here you can discover what makes Lotwa unique in its vibrant Palkot-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 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.
Google Map of Lotwa
Population of Lotwa
According to the 2011 Census, Lotwa has a total population of about 863, with approximately 423 males and 440 females. The sex ratio is around 1040 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 133 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 201 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 502. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.42%, with male literacy at about 52.96% and female literacy near 38.18%. There are around 188 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.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.