Laghat - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Laghat is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Barmana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laghat is 019727. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Laghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laghat
According to the 2011 Census, Laghat village had a total population of 375 people, including 193 males and 182 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.50%, with male literacy at 93.63% and female literacy at 79.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
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 | 375 | 193 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 147 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 46 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Laghat
Laghat 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 Laghat
Laghat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Laghat has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Laghat is about 15 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 Laghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laghat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Laghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laghat 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Laghat
Where is Laghat located?
Laghat village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Laghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Laghat is Barmana.
What is the pincode of Laghat?
The pincode of Laghat is 174001.
What is the population of Laghat?
Laghat had a total population of 375, including 193 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Laghat?
Laghat had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laghat was 86.50%. Male literacy was 93.63% and female literacy was 79.22%.