Ler - Rakkar, Kangra
Ler is a village situated in the Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Santla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ler village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ler is 010797. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.21 hectares and falls under the 177034 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town.
Ler 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 Ler
According to the 2011 Census, Ler village had a total population of 318 people, including 137 males and 181 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,321 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.11%, with male literacy at 93.50% and female literacy at 80.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 318 | 137 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 115 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 22 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Ler
Ler 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 Ler
Ler is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Ler is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ler
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ler village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ler
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ler village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ler
Where is Ler located?
Ler village is located in Rakkar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ler?
The Gram Panchayat of Ler is Santla.
What is the pincode of Ler?
The pincode of Ler is 177034.
What is the population of Ler?
Ler had a total population of 318, including 137 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Ler?
Ler had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ler?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ler was 86.11%. Male literacy was 93.50% and female literacy was 80.61%.