Larth - Indora, Kangra
Larth is a village situated in the Indora tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Gadrana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Larth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Larth is 008759. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.86 hectares and falls under the 176051 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Larth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Larth
According to the 2011 Census, Larth village had a total population of 325 people, including 156 males and 169 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.42%, with male literacy at 95.07% and female literacy at 84.11%.
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 | 325 | 156 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 135 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 21 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Larth
Larth 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 Larth
Larth is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Dharmsala to Larth is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Larth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Larth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Larth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Larth 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Larth
Where is Larth located?
Larth village is located in Indora Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Larth?
The Gram Panchayat of Larth is Gadrana.
What is the pincode of Larth?
The pincode of Larth is 176051.
What is the population of Larth?
Larth had a total population of 325, including 156 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Larth?
Larth had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Larth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Larth was 89.42%. Male literacy was 95.07% and female literacy was 84.11%.