Larth - Raja Ka Talab, Kangra
Larth is a village situated in the Raja Ka Talab tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 86 km from Dharmsala. Larth village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Larth is 008561. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.75 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 Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Larth
As per Census 2011, Larth village has a total population of 1,249 people, consisting of 620 males and 629 females. The village has 258 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 987 literate and 262 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Larth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,249 | 620 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 79 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 987 | 513 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 107 | 155 |
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. Larth has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Larth is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Larth
Where is Larth located?
Larth village is located in Raja Ka Talab Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Larth?
Larth is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Larth?
The pincode of Larth is 176051.
What is the population of Larth?
Larth has a total population of 1,249, including 620 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Larth?
There are 258 households in Larth.
What is the literacy rate in Larth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Larth is 79.02%. Male literacy is 82.74% and female literacy is 75.36%.