Lotiya - Tamia, Chhindwara
Lotiya is a village situated in the Tamia tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamia and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Lotiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lotiya is 493837. The village covers a total geographical area of 1144.65 hectares and falls under the 480559 pincode. Neuton Chikhli Kalan is the nearest town.
Lotiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junnardeo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhindwara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lotiya
As per Census 2011, Lotiya village has a total population of 1,756 people, consisting of 887 males and 869 females. The village has 336 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 797 literate and 959 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,309 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lotiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,756 | 887 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 154 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,309 | 658 | 651 |
| Literate Population | 797 | 485 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 402 | 557 |
Nearby Villages of Lotiya
Lotiya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kareli | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Kamthi | North | 2.82 km |
| Jhirpani | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Dongra | West | 4.15 km |
| Belpathar | East | 4.44 km |
| Batra | West | 4.49 km |
| Bhoipar | North-East | 4.63 km |
| Kumdi | South-West | 4.66 km |
| Moya Kuhi | North | 4.75 km |
| Karaghat | North-West | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lotiya
Lotiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parasia, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chhindwara to Lotiya is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lotiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lotiya 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 Lotiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lotiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lotiya
Where is Lotiya located?
Lotiya village is located in Tamia Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lotiya?
Lotiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lotiya?
The pincode of Lotiya is 480559.
What is the population of Lotiya?
Lotiya has a total population of 1,756, including 887 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Lotiya?
There are 336 households in Lotiya.
What is the literacy rate in Lotiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lotiya is 45.39%. Male literacy is 54.68% and female literacy is 35.90%.