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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhnari village had a total population of 834 people, including 338 males and 496 females, living in 209 households. The sex ratio was 1,467 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.21%, with male literacy at 89.67% and female literacy at 59.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141.
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 | 834 | 338 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 61 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 834, including 338 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Lakhnari?
Lakhnari had 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhnari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhnari was 71.21%. Male literacy was 89.67% and female literacy was 59.86%.