Langha - Churah, Chamba
Langha is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Chamba. Jassour Garh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Langha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Langha is 006984. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 176321 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Langha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Langha
As per Census 2011, Langha village has a total population of 296 people, consisting of 151 males and 145 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 149 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Langha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 296 | 151 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 87 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 64 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Langha
Langha 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 Langha
Langha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Langha is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Langha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Langha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Langha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Langha 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Langha
Where is Langha located?
Langha village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Langha?
The Gram Panchayat of Langha is Jassour Garh.
What is the pincode of Langha?
The pincode of Langha is 176321.
What is the population of Langha?
Langha has a total population of 296, including 151 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Langha?
There are 54 households in Langha.
What is the literacy rate in Langha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langha is 50.34%. Male literacy is 57.62% and female literacy is 42.76%.