Lamtara - Sihora, Jabalpur
Lamtara is a village situated in the Sihora tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihora and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Devri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lamtara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamtara is 489117. The village covers a total geographical area of 235.78 hectares and falls under the 483334 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Lamtara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lamtara
As per Census 2011, Lamtara village has a total population of 625 people, consisting of 319 males and 306 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 166 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lamtara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 625 | 319 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 87 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 232 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 87 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Lamtara
Lamtara 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 Lamtara
Public transport in the Lamtara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihora to Lamtara is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Lamtara is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamtara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamtara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lamtara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamtara 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lamtara
Where is Lamtara located?
Lamtara village is located in Sihora Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamtara?
The Gram Panchayat of Lamtara is Devri.
What is the pincode of Lamtara?
The pincode of Lamtara is 483334.
What is the population of Lamtara?
Lamtara has a total population of 625, including 319 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Lamtara?
There are 178 households in Lamtara.
What is the literacy rate in Lamtara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamtara is 60.48%. Male literacy is 72.73% and female literacy is 47.71%.