Lotkhed
Lotkhed is a village located in Akot tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Akot (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Lotkhed village is also a gram panchayat.
Lotkhed has its own place in the vibrant Akola region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Lotkhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lotkhed is 529829. The village spans a total geographical area of 491 hectares. Akot is nearest town to Lotkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lotkhed village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Akola East Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lotkhed
Population of Lotkhed
Below is a concise population overview of Lotkhed as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 998 | 480 | 518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 50 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 64 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 749 | 375 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 105 | 144 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lotkhed village:
- The total population of Lotkhed village is around 998, including approximately 480 males and 518 females, with a sex ratio of 1079 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Lotkhed village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Lotkhed village has 145 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Lotkhed village is about 75.05%, with male literacy at 78.13% and female literacy at 72.20%.
- There are around 214 households in Lotkhed village.
Connectivity of Lotkhed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lotkhed. As per the 2011 stats, Lotkhed had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lotkhed
Knowing the nearby villages of Lotkhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lotkhed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lotkhed
- Where is Lotkhed located?
- Lotkhed village is situated in Akot Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lotkhed?
- Lotkhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Lotkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lotkhed is 998, with 480 males and 518 females.
- How many households are there in Lotkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lotkhed village has a total of 214 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lotkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lotkhed is 75.05%. The male literacy rate is 78.13%, while the female literacy rate is 72.20%.