Lalota - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Lalota is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Lalota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalota is 031272. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 146108 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Lalota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalota
According to the 2011 Census, Lalota village had a total population of 454 people, including 235 males and 219 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.64%, with male literacy at 82.30% and female literacy at 76.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 454 | 235 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 26 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 172 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 63 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Lalota
Lalota 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 Lalota
Lalota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lalota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Lalota is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lalota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalota 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lalota
Where is Lalota located?
Lalota village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalota?
Lalota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lalota?
The pincode of Lalota is 146108.
What is the population of Lalota?
Lalota had a total population of 454, including 235 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Lalota?
Lalota had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lalota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalota was 79.64%. Male literacy was 82.30% and female literacy was 76.63%.