Khola Lostu - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Khola Lostu is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from Devprayag and around 134 km from New Tehri. Devgarhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khola Lostu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khola Lostu is 043412. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.07 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Khola Lostu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khola Lostu
As per Census 2011, Khola Lostu village has a total population of 140 people, consisting of 62 males and 78 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,258 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 93 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khola Lostu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 62 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 36 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 12 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Khola Lostu
Khola Lostu 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 Khola Lostu
Khola Lostu 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 <5 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 Kirtinagar to Khola Lostu is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Khola Lostu is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khola Lostu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khola Lostu 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 Khola Lostu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khola Lostu 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 Khola Lostu
Where is Khola Lostu located?
Khola Lostu village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khola Lostu?
The Gram Panchayat of Khola Lostu is Devgarhi.
What is the pincode of Khola Lostu?
The pincode of Khola Lostu is 249161.
What is the population of Khola Lostu?
Khola Lostu has a total population of 140, including 62 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Khola Lostu?
There are 36 households in Khola Lostu.
What is the literacy rate in Khola Lostu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khola Lostu is 66.43%. Male literacy is 80.65% and female literacy is 55.13%.