Lahot - Bharari, Bilaspur
Lahot is a village situated in the Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bharari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lahot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lahot is 019170. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.98 hectares and falls under the 174027 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Lahot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lahot
According to the 2011 Census, Lahot village had a total population of 586 people, including 295 males and 291 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.04%, with male literacy at 95.69% and female literacy at 78.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 224.
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 | 586 | 295 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 113 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 244 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 51 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Lahot
Lahot 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 Lahot
Lahot 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 Bilaspur to Lahot is about 40 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 Lahot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lahot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lahot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lahot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lahot
Where is Lahot located?
Lahot village is located in Bharari Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lahot?
The Gram Panchayat of Lahot is Bharari.
What is the pincode of Lahot?
The pincode of Lahot is 174027.
What is the population of Lahot?
Lahot had a total population of 586, including 295 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Lahot?
Lahot had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lahot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lahot was 87.04%. Male literacy was 95.69% and female literacy was 78.63%.