Laharn - Kotla, Kangra
Laharn is a village situated in the Kotla tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Dharmsala. Siuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laharn village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laharn is 009225. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.67 hectares and falls under the 176225 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Laharn village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laharn
As per Census 2011, Laharn village has a total population of 164 people, consisting of 82 males and 82 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 109 literate and 55 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laharn are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 23 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Laharn
Laharn 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 Laharn
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Laharn.
| 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 Laharn is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laharn
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laharn village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Laharn
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laharn 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Laharn
Where is Laharn located?
Laharn village is located in Kotla Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laharn?
The Gram Panchayat of Laharn is Siuni.
What is the pincode of Laharn?
The pincode of Laharn is 176225.
What is the population of Laharn?
Laharn has a total population of 164, including 82 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Laharn?
There are 38 households in Laharn.
What is the literacy rate in Laharn?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laharn is 66.46%. Male literacy is 71.95% and female literacy is 60.98%.