Lam - Dareeni, Kangra
Lam is a village situated in the Dareeni tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from Dharmsala. Harboh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lam is 009318. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.99 hectares and falls under the 176206 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Lam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lam
As per Census 2011, Lam village has a total population of 365 people, consisting of 167 males and 198 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,185 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 196 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 365 | 167 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 77 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 90 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 96 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 71 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Lam
Lam 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 Lam
Public transport in the Lam 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Lam is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lam
Where is Lam located?
Lam village is located in Dareeni Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lam?
The Gram Panchayat of Lam is Harboh.
What is the pincode of Lam?
The pincode of Lam is 176206.
What is the population of Lam?
Lam has a total population of 365, including 167 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Lam?
There are 72 households in Lam.
What is the literacy rate in Lam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lam is 50.96%. Male literacy is 57.49% and female literacy is 45.45%.