Lotan - Dudhamania, Singrauli
Lotan is a village situated in the Dudhamania tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Chitrangi and around 36 km from Singrauli. Barmani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lotan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lotan is 503589. The village covers a total geographical area of 476.29 hectares and falls under the 486889 pincode. Morva is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Lotan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lotan
As per Census 2011, Lotan village has a total population of 986 people, consisting of 499 males and 487 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 408 literate and 578 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 288 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lotan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 986 | 499 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 100 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 144 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 249 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 250 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Lotan
Lotan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkoni (barmani) | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Ingura | South | 2.48 km |
| Barhati | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Karaila | East | 2.92 km |
| Pipra | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Phuljhar | South | 3.41 km |
| Kasar | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Mahdeiya | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Birkuniya | North-East | 4.51 km |
| Parsohar | North-West | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lotan
Public transport in the Lotan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahdeiya, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.7 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Morva to Lotan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Lotan is about 36 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 Lotan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lotan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lotan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lotan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lotan
Where is Lotan located?
Lotan village is located in Dudhamania Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lotan?
The Gram Panchayat of Lotan is Barmani.
What is the pincode of Lotan?
The pincode of Lotan is 486889.
What is the population of Lotan?
Lotan has a total population of 986, including 499 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Lotan?
There are 175 households in Lotan.
What is the literacy rate in Lotan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lotan is 41.38%. Male literacy is 49.90% and female literacy is 32.65%.