Lachhina - Ranikhet, Almora
Lachhina is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Lachina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachhina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachhina is 052458. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.34 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Lachhina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lachhina
According to the 2011 Census, Lachhina village had a total population of 275 people, including 134 males and 141 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.73%, with male literacy at 91.23% and female literacy at 65.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 275 | 134 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 40 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 104 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 30 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Lachhina
Lachhina 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 Lachhina
Lachhina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Ranikhet to Lachhina is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Lachhina 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 Lachhina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachhina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lachhina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachhina 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Lachhina
Where is Lachhina located?
Lachhina village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lachhina?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachhina is Lachina.
What is the pincode of Lachhina?
The pincode of Lachhina is 263663.
What is the population of Lachhina?
Lachhina had a total population of 275, including 134 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Lachhina?
Lachhina had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhina was 77.73%. Male literacy was 91.23% and female literacy was 65.32%.