Lojini - Pulla Gumdesh, Champawat
Lojini is a village situated in the Pulla Gumdesh tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Lohaghat and around 60 km from Champawat. Kayal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lojini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lojini is 054375. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.23 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Lojini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Champawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lojini
According to the 2011 Census, Lojini village had a total population of 143 people, including 71 males and 72 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.17%, with male literacy at 98.28% and female literacy at 63.49%.
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 | 143 | 71 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 57 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 14 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Lojini
Lojini 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 Lojini
Public transport in the Lojini 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Lojini is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Lojini is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lojini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lojini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lojini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lojini 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 Lojini
Where is Lojini located?
Lojini village is located in Pulla Gumdesh Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lojini?
The Gram Panchayat of Lojini is Kayal.
What is the pincode of Lojini?
The pincode of Lojini is 262524.
What is the population of Lojini?
Lojini had a total population of 143, including 71 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Lojini?
Lojini had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lojini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lojini was 80.17%. Male literacy was 98.28% and female literacy was 63.49%.