Lathial - Rey, Kangra
Lathial is a village situated in the Rey tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 135 km from Dharmsala. Luthial serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lathial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lathial is 008889. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.02 hectares and falls under the 176058 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Lathial 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 Lathial
According to the 2011 Census, Lathial village had a total population of 217 people, including 116 males and 101 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.87%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 73.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 217 | 116 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 93 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 23 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Lathial
Lathial 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 Lathial
Public transport in the Lathial is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Lathial is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lathial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lathial village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lathial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lathial village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lathial
Where is Lathial located?
Lathial village is located in Rey Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lathial?
The Gram Panchayat of Lathial is Luthial.
What is the pincode of Lathial?
The pincode of Lathial is 176058.
What is the population of Lathial?
Lathial had a total population of 217, including 116 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Lathial?
Lathial had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lathial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lathial was 81.87%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 73.86%.