Lanji - Joshimath, Chamoli
Lanji is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Pokhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lanji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lanji is 040836. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.24 hectares and falls under the 246472 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Lanji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Lanji
According to the 2011 Census, Lanji village had a total population of 171 people, including 85 males and 86 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.16%, with male literacy at 96.05% and female literacy at 85.92%.
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 | 171 | 85 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 73 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 12 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Lanji
Lanji 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 Lanji
Public transport in the Lanji 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 Joshimath to Lanji is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Lanji is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lanji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lanji 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lanji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lanji 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 Lanji
Where is Lanji located?
Lanji village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lanji?
The Gram Panchayat of Lanji is Pokhani.
What is the pincode of Lanji?
The pincode of Lanji is 246472.
What is the population of Lanji?
Lanji had a total population of 171, including 85 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Lanji?
Lanji had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lanji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lanji was 91.16%. Male literacy was 96.05% and female literacy was 85.92%.