Lotiya - Ichhawar, Sehore
Lotiya is a village situated in the Ichhawar tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ichhawar and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Kaneriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lotiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lotiya is 483305. The village covers a total geographical area of 2278.83 hectares and falls under the 466115 pincode. Sehore is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Lotiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lotiya
As per Census 2011, Lotiya village has a total population of 694 people, consisting of 355 males and 339 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 356 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 527 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lotiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 694 | 355 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 78 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 527 | 260 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 196 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 159 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Lotiya
Lotiya 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 Lotiya
Lotiya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sehore to Lotiya is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Lotiya is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lotiya
Where is Lotiya located?
Lotiya village is located in Ichhawar Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lotiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Lotiya is Kaneriya.
What is the pincode of Lotiya?
The pincode of Lotiya is 466115.
What is the population of Lotiya?
Lotiya has a total population of 694, including 355 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Lotiya?
There are 132 households in Lotiya.
What is the literacy rate in Lotiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lotiya is 48.70%. Male literacy is 55.21% and female literacy is 41.89%.