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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Lethra
According to the 2011 Census, Lethra village had a total population of 129 people, including 60 males and 69 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,150 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.25%, with male literacy at 95.83% and female literacy at 65.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 129 | 60 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 129, including 60 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Lethra?
Lethra had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lethra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lethra was 79.25%. Male literacy was 95.83% and female literacy was 65.52%.