Loda - Tharali, Chamoli
Loda is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sera Vijaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loda is 041738. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.6 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Loda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Loda
As per Census 2011, Loda village has a total population of 175 people, consisting of 80 males and 95 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,187 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 141 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Loda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 175 | 80 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 66 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 14 | 20 |
Transport and Connectivity of Loda
Loda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Karnaprayag to Loda is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Loda is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loda 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 Loda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Loda
Where is Loda located?
Loda village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loda?
The Gram Panchayat of Loda is Sera Vijaypur.
What is the pincode of Loda?
The pincode of Loda is 246481.
What is the population of Loda?
Loda has a total population of 175, including 80 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Loda?
There are 39 households in Loda.
What is the literacy rate in Loda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loda is 80.57%. Male literacy is 82.50% and female literacy is 78.95%.