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
As per Census 2011, Lamkoti village has a total population of 260 people, consisting of 120 males and 140 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,166 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 146 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lamkoti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 260 | 120 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 42 | 57 |
| 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 has a total population of 260, including 120 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Lamkoti?
There are 52 households in Lamkoti.
What is the literacy rate in Lamkoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamkoti is 56.15%. Male literacy is 69.17% and female literacy is 45.00%.