Lankhee - Ghaat, Chamoli
Lankhee is a village situated in the Ghaat tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Chamoli and around 50 km from Gopeshwar. Lankhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lankhee village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lankhee is 041117. The village covers a total geographical area of 490.73 hectares and falls under the 246435 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Lankhee village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lankhee
As per Census 2011, Lankhee village has a total population of 1,577 people, consisting of 823 males and 754 females. The village has 296 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 985 literate and 592 illiterate residents. Additionally, 400 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lankhee are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,577 | 823 | 754 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 130 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 218 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 985 | 602 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 221 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Lankhee
Lankhee 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 Lankhee
Lankhee 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandprayag to Lankhee is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Lankhee is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lankhee
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lankhee village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lankhee
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lankhee village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lankhee
Where is Lankhee located?
Lankhee village is located in Ghaat Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lankhee?
The Gram Panchayat of Lankhee is Lankhi.
What is the pincode of Lankhee?
The pincode of Lankhee is 246435.
What is the population of Lankhee?
Lankhee has a total population of 1,577, including 823 males and 754 females.
How many households are there in Lankhee?
There are 296 households in Lankhee.
What is the literacy rate in Lankhee?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lankhee is 62.46%. Male literacy is 73.15% and female literacy is 50.80%.