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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Lachhina village has a total population of 275 people, consisting of 134 males and 141 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 185 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachhina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 275 | 134 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 40 | 45 |
| 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 has a total population of 275, including 134 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Lachhina?
There are 57 households in Lachhina.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhina is 67.27%. Male literacy is 77.61% and female literacy is 57.45%.