Lod - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Lod is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 46 km from Munsiari and around 108 km from Pithoragarh. Lodh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lod village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lod is 049047. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.2 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Lod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Lod
According to the 2011 Census, Lod village had a total population of 311 people, including 155 males and 156 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.12%, with male literacy at 88.62% and female literacy at 52.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 226.
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 | 311 | 155 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 116 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 109 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 46 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Lod
Lod 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 Lod
Public transport in the Lod 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 Didihat to Lod is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Lod is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lod 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 Lod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lod 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 Lod
Where is Lod located?
Lod village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lod?
The Gram Panchayat of Lod is Lodh.
What is the pincode of Lod?
The pincode of Lod is 262543.
What is the population of Lod?
Lod had a total population of 311, including 155 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Lod?
Lod had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lod was 70.12%. Male literacy was 88.62% and female literacy was 52.34%.