Lodara - Dhauntari, Uttarkashi
Lodara is a village situated in the Dhauntari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from Dunda and around 39 km from Uttarkashi. Lodara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lodara is 040579. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.6 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Lodara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lodara
According to the 2011 Census, Lodara village had a total population of 340 people, including 168 males and 172 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.11%, with male literacy at 95.04% and female literacy at 58.55%.
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 | 340 | 168 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 134 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 34 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Lodara
Lodara 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 Lodara
Lodara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lodara is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lodara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lodara 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 Lodara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lodara 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 Lodara
Where is Lodara located?
Lodara village is located in Dhauntari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lodara?
Lodara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lodara?
The pincode of Lodara is 249165.
What is the population of Lodara?
Lodara had a total population of 340, including 168 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Lodara?
Lodara had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lodara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lodara was 76.11%. Male literacy was 95.04% and female literacy was 58.55%.