Lag - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Lag is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Mehathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lag is 019827. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Lag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lag
According to the 2011 Census, Lag village had a total population of 231 people, including 124 males and 107 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.42%, with male literacy at 89.92% and female literacy at 62.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 231 | 124 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 107 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 17 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Lag
Lag 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 Lag
Lag 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 Lag 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 Lag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lag
Where is Lag located?
Lag village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lag?
The Gram Panchayat of Lag is Mehathi.
What is the pincode of Lag?
The pincode of Lag is 174001.
What is the population of Lag?
Lag had a total population of 231, including 124 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Lag?
Lag had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lag was 77.42%. Male literacy was 89.92% and female literacy was 62.24%.