Lamba - Ratia, Fatehabad
Lamba is a village situated in the Ratia tehsil of Fatehabad district, Haryana. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ratia and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Fatehabad. Lamba Teliwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamba is 060297. The village covers a total geographical area of 970 hectares and falls under the 125051 pincode. Ratia is the nearest town.
Lamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ratia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sirsa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lamba
According to the 2011 Census, Lamba village had a total population of 2,333 people, including 1,204 males and 1,129 females, living in 460 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.27%, with male literacy at 61.72% and female literacy at 48.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,070.
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 | 2,333 | 1,204 | 1,129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 167 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,070 | 567 | 503 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,111 | 640 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,222 | 564 | 658 |
Nearby Villages of Lamba
Lamba 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 Lamba
Lamba is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Fatehabad to Lamba is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lamba
Where is Lamba located?
Lamba village is located in Ratia Tehsil, Fatehabad district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Lamba is Lamba Teliwara.
What is the pincode of Lamba?
The pincode of Lamba is 125051.
What is the population of Lamba?
Lamba had a total population of 2,333, including 1,204 males and 1,129 females.
How many households are there in Lamba?
Lamba had 460 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamba was 55.27%. Male literacy was 61.72% and female literacy was 48.41%.