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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lanji
As per Census 2011, Lanji village has a total population of 171 people, consisting of 85 males and 86 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 134 literate and 37 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lanji are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 171 | 85 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| 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 has a total population of 171, including 85 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Lanji?
There are 27 households in Lanji.
What is the literacy rate in Lanji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lanji is 78.36%. Male literacy is 85.88% and female literacy is 70.93%.