Lotana - Ranikhet, Almora
Lotana 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 85 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Gutoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lotana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lotana is 052334. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.03 hectares and falls under the 263664 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Lotana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lotana
As per Census 2011, Lotana village has a total population of 138 people, consisting of 53 males and 85 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,603 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 86 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lotana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 138 | 53 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 23 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 11 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Lotana
Lotana 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 Lotana
Lotana 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Lotana is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Lotana is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lotana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lotana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lotana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lotana 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lotana
Where is Lotana located?
Lotana village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lotana?
The Gram Panchayat of Lotana is Gutoli.
What is the pincode of Lotana?
The pincode of Lotana is 263664.
What is the population of Lotana?
Lotana has a total population of 138, including 53 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Lotana?
There are 36 households in Lotana.
What is the literacy rate in Lotana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lotana is 62.32%. Male literacy is 79.25% and female literacy is 51.76%.