Lahal - Bharmour, Chamba
Lahal is a village situated in the Bharmour tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 54 km from Chamba. Khani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lahal is 008199. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 176309 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Lahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lahal
As per Census 2011, Lahal village has a total population of 593 people, consisting of 317 males and 276 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 406 literate and 187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 423 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 593 | 317 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 423 | 229 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 244 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 73 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Lahal
Lahal 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 Lahal
Public transport in the Lahal 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 Chamba to Lahal is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lahal 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lahal
Where is Lahal located?
Lahal village is located in Bharmour Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Lahal is Khani.
What is the pincode of Lahal?
The pincode of Lahal is 176309.
What is the population of Lahal?
Lahal has a total population of 593, including 317 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Lahal?
There are 125 households in Lahal.
What is the literacy rate in Lahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lahal is 68.47%. Male literacy is 76.97% and female literacy is 58.70%.