Lakhnari - Someshwar, Almora
Lakhnari is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Lakhnari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhnari is 053310. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.67 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Lakhnari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhnari
As per Census 2011, Lakhnari village has a total population of 834 people, consisting of 338 males and 496 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 1,467 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 507 literate and 327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhnari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 834 | 338 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 61 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 243 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 95 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhnari
Lakhnari 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 Lakhnari
Public transport in the Lakhnari is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Lakhnari is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhnari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhnari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhnari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhnari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lakhnari
Where is Lakhnari located?
Lakhnari village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhnari?
Lakhnari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhnari?
The pincode of Lakhnari is 263637.
What is the population of Lakhnari?
Lakhnari has a total population of 834, including 338 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Lakhnari?
There are 209 households in Lakhnari.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhnari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhnari is 60.79%. Male literacy is 71.89% and female literacy is 53.23%.