Lohana - Jainti, Almora
Lohana is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Lohana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohana is 053508. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.52 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Lohana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lohana
As per Census 2011, Lohana village has a total population of 219 people, consisting of 93 males and 126 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,354 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 132 literate and 87 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 219 | 93 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 71 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 22 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Lohana
Lohana 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 Lohana
Lohana 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 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 Almora to Lohana is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lohana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohana 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lohana
Where is Lohana located?
Lohana village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohana?
Lohana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lohana?
The pincode of Lohana is 263626.
What is the population of Lohana?
Lohana has a total population of 219, including 93 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Lohana?
There are 52 households in Lohana.
What is the literacy rate in Lohana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohana is 60.27%. Male literacy is 76.34% and female literacy is 48.41%.