Lanji
Lanji is a village located in Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Joshimath (tehsildar office) and 91km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Pokhani is the gram panchayat of Lanji village.
Here you can discover what makes Lanji unique in its vibrant Joshimath-Chamoli region. You’ll see Lanji’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lanji
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lanji is 040836. The village spans a total geographical area of 131.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246472. Joshimath is nearest town to Lanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Lanji
Population of Lanji
According to the 2011 Census, Lanji has a total population of about 171, with approximately 85 males and 86 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 24 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.36%, with male literacy at about 85.88% and female literacy near 70.93%. There are around 27 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lanji's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 171 | 85 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 134 | 73 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 12 | 25 |
Connectivity of Lanji
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lanji. As per the 2011 stats, Lanji had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lanji
Knowing the nearby villages of Lanji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lanji.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lanji
- Where is Lanji located?
- Lanji village is situated in Joshimath Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lanji?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lanji is Pokhani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Lanji?
- The pincode of Lanji is 246472, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lanji is 171, with 85 males and 86 females.
- How many households are there in Lanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lanji village has a total of 27 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lanji as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lanji is 78.36%. The male literacy rate is 85.88%, while the female literacy rate is 70.93%.