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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Langha village had a total population of 296 people, including 151 males and 145 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.89%, with male literacy at 69.60% and female literacy at 48.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 75.
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 | 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 had a total population of 296, including 151 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Langha?
Langha had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Langha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langha was 58.89%. Male literacy was 69.60% and female literacy was 48.44%.