Lalarkhas - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Lalarkhas is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Ukrauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lalarkhas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalarkhas is 056096. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.25 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Lalarkhas 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 Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalarkhas
According to the 2011 Census, Lalarkhas village had a total population of 489 people, including 385 males and 104 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 270 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.16%, with male literacy at 86.41% and female literacy at 80.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 489 | 385 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 17 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 103 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 9 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 318 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 67 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Lalarkhas
Lalarkhas 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 Lalarkhas
Public transport in the Lalarkhas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sitarganj to Lalarkhas is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Lalarkhas is about 59 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 Lalarkhas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalarkhas 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 Lalarkhas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalarkhas 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 Lalarkhas
Where is Lalarkhas located?
Lalarkhas village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lalarkhas?
The Gram Panchayat of Lalarkhas is Ukrauli.
What is the pincode of Lalarkhas?
The pincode of Lalarkhas is 262405.
What is the population of Lalarkhas?
Lalarkhas had a total population of 489, including 385 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Lalarkhas?
Lalarkhas had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lalarkhas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalarkhas was 85.16%. Male literacy was 86.41% and female literacy was 80.41%.