Lamu - Holi, Chamba
Lamu is a village situated in the Holi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Lamoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lamu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamu is 008056. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.89 hectares and falls under the 176326 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Lamu 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 Lamu
According to the 2011 Census, Lamu village had a total population of 716 people, including 377 males and 339 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.40%, with male literacy at 79.28% and female literacy at 60.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 214, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 492.
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 | 716 | 377 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 114 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 492 | 257 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 264 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 113 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Lamu
Lamu 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 Lamu
Lamu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Lamu is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lamu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lamu
Where is Lamu located?
Lamu village is located in Holi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamu?
The Gram Panchayat of Lamu is Lamoo.
What is the pincode of Lamu?
The pincode of Lamu is 176326.
What is the population of Lamu?
Lamu had a total population of 716, including 377 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Lamu?
Lamu had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lamu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamu was 70.40%. Male literacy was 79.28% and female literacy was 60.27%.