Lethra - Betalghat, Nainital
Lethra is a village situated in the Betalghat tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Betalghat and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Haldyani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lethra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lethra is 054623. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.83 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Lethra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lethra
As per Census 2011, Lethra village has a total population of 129 people, consisting of 60 males and 69 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,150 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lethra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 129 | 60 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 14 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Lethra
Lethra 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 Lethra
Lethra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Lethra is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Lethra is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lethra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lethra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lethra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lethra 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 Lethra
Where is Lethra located?
Lethra village is located in Betalghat Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lethra?
The Gram Panchayat of Lethra is Haldyani.
What is the pincode of Lethra?
The pincode of Lethra is 263134.
What is the population of Lethra?
Lethra has a total population of 129, including 60 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Lethra?
There are 28 households in Lethra.
What is the literacy rate in Lethra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lethra is 65.12%. Male literacy is 76.67% and female literacy is 55.07%.