Lahasan - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Lahasan is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Hiran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lahasan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lahasan is 010542. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.1 hectares and falls under the 176036 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Lahasan 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 Lahasan
As per Census 2011, Lahasan village has a total population of 469 people, consisting of 230 males and 239 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 382 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 259 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lahasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 230 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 133 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 191 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 39 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Lahasan
Lahasan 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 Lahasan
Public transport in the Lahasan is mainly available through shared van 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 Lahasan 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 Lahasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lahasan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lahasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lahasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lahasan
Where is Lahasan located?
Lahasan village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lahasan?
The Gram Panchayat of Lahasan is Hiran.
What is the pincode of Lahasan?
The pincode of Lahasan is 176036.
What is the population of Lahasan?
Lahasan has a total population of 469, including 230 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Lahasan?
There are 99 households in Lahasan.
What is the literacy rate in Lahasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lahasan is 81.45%. Male literacy is 83.04% and female literacy is 79.92%.