Lonthuru - Bhatwari, Uttarkashi
Lonthuru is a village situated in the Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatwari and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Lonthuru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lonthuru is 040742. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.7 hectares and falls under the 249194 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Lonthuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lonthuru
According to the 2011 Census, Lonthuru village had a total population of 575 people, including 290 males and 285 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.28%, with male literacy at 95.02% and female literacy at 61.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 575 | 290 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 49 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 229 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 61 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Lonthuru
Lonthuru 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 Lonthuru
Lonthuru 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 Uttarkashi to Lonthuru is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lonthuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lonthuru 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 Lonthuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lonthuru 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lonthuru
Where is Lonthuru located?
Lonthuru village is located in Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lonthuru?
Lonthuru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lonthuru?
The pincode of Lonthuru is 249194.
What is the population of Lonthuru?
Lonthuru had a total population of 575, including 290 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Lonthuru?
Lonthuru had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lonthuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lonthuru was 78.28%. Male literacy was 95.02% and female literacy was 61.94%.