Laha - Saha St, Ambala
Laha is a village situated in the Saha St tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 16 km from Barara and around 25 km from Ambala. Saha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laha is 057554. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 133104 pincode. Ambala City 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 Mulana 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 627 people, including 331 males and 296 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.27%, with male literacy at 71.28% and female literacy at 49.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 568.
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 | 627 | 331 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 49 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 568 | 293 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 201 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 130 | 179 |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Laha
Where is Laha located?
Laha village is located in Saha St Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laha?
The Gram Panchayat of Laha is Saha.
What is the pincode of Laha?
The pincode of Laha is 133104.
What is the population of Laha?
Laha had a total population of 627, including 331 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Laha?
Laha had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laha was 61.27%. Male literacy was 71.28% and female literacy was 49.37%.