Lodan
Lodan is a village located in Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Barkot (tehsildar office) and 135km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Lodan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lodan unique in its vibrant Rajgarhi-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Lodan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lodan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lodan is 040448. The village spans a total geographical area of 201.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249171. Barkot is nearest town to Lodan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lodan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lodan
Population of Lodan
According to the 2011 Census, Lodan has a total population of about 257, with approximately 143 males and 114 females. The sex ratio is around 797 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 47 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.25%, with male literacy at about 66.43% and female literacy near 41.23%. There are around 32 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lodan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 257 | 143 | 114 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 142 | 95 | 47 |
Illiterate Population | 115 | 48 | 67 |
Connectivity of Lodan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lodan. As per the 2011 stats, Lodan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lodan
Knowing the nearby villages of Lodan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lodan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lodan
- Where is Lodan located?
- Lodan village is situated in Rajgarhi Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lodan?
- Lodan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Lodan?
- The pincode of Lodan is 249171, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lodan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lodan is 257, with 143 males and 114 females.
- How many households are there in Lodan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lodan village has a total of 32 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lodan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lodan is 55.25%. The male literacy rate is 66.43%, while the female literacy rate is 41.23%.