Lakharra - Jaswan, Kangra
Lakharra is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Haler serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakharra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakharra is 010643. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.59 hectares and falls under the 177111 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Lakharra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakharra
According to the 2011 Census, Lakharra village had a total population of 48 people, including 17 males and 31 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 71.43%.
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 | 48 | 17 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 2 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Lakharra
Lakharra 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 Lakharra
Public transport in the Lakharra is mainly available through bus 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 Lakharra is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakharra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakharra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lakharra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakharra 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lakharra
Where is Lakharra located?
Lakharra village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lakharra?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakharra is Haler.
What is the pincode of Lakharra?
The pincode of Lakharra is 177111.
What is the population of Lakharra?
Lakharra had a total population of 48, including 17 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Lakharra?
Lakharra had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakharra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakharra was 77.78%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 71.43%.