Laha - Naraingarh, Ambala
Laha is a village situated in the Naraingarh tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naraingarh and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Ambala. Laha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laha is 057269. The village covers a total geographical area of 466 hectares and falls under the 134203 pincode. Naraingarh is the nearest town.
Laha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naraingarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laha
According to the 2011 Census, Laha village had a total population of 1,721 people, including 873 males and 848 females, living in 368 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.16%, with male literacy at 90.78% and female literacy at 77.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 646.
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 | 1,721 | 873 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 92 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 329 | 317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,307 | 709 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 164 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Laha
Laha 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 Laha
Laha 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ambala to Laha is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Laha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Laha
Where is Laha located?
Laha village is located in Naraingarh Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Laha?
Laha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Laha?
The pincode of Laha is 134203.
What is the population of Laha?
Laha had a total population of 1,721, including 873 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Laha?
Laha had 368 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laha was 84.16%. Male literacy was 90.78% and female literacy was 77.46%.