Laharu - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Laharu is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Haroli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laharu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laharu is 010537. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.61 hectares and falls under the 176031 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Laharu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laharu
According to the 2011 Census, Laharu village had a total population of 123 people, including 63 males and 60 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.12%, with male literacy at 94.00% and female literacy at 82.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 47 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 16 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Laharu
Laharu 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 Laharu
Laharu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Laharu is about 59 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 Laharu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laharu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Laharu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laharu 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Laharu
Where is Laharu located?
Laharu village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laharu?
The Gram Panchayat of Laharu is Haroli.
What is the pincode of Laharu?
The pincode of Laharu is 176031.
What is the population of Laharu?
Laharu had a total population of 123, including 63 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Laharu?
Laharu had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laharu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laharu was 88.12%. Male literacy was 94.00% and female literacy was 82.35%.