Lamkoti - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Lamkoti is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Lamkoti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamkoti is 040147. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.94 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Lamkoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lamkoti
According to the 2011 Census, Lamkoti village had a total population of 260 people, including 120 males and 140 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.28%, with male literacy at 83.00% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 260 | 120 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 42 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 83 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 37 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Lamkoti
Lamkoti 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 Lamkoti
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Lamkoti.
| 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 Barkot to Lamkoti is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Lamkoti is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamkoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamkoti 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 Lamkoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamkoti 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lamkoti
Where is Lamkoti located?
Lamkoti village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamkoti?
Lamkoti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lamkoti?
The pincode of Lamkoti is 249185.
What is the population of Lamkoti?
Lamkoti had a total population of 260, including 120 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Lamkoti?
Lamkoti had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lamkoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamkoti was 67.28%. Male literacy was 83.00% and female literacy was 53.85%.