Lag

Lag is a village located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 47km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Lag village. As per 2009 stats, Kanol Salli is the gram panchayat of Lag village.

Lag has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lag

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lag is 009333. The village spans a total geographical area of 83.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176206. Kangra is nearest town to Lag village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Lag village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Lag

Below is a concise population overview of Lag as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 157 79 78
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 35 19 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 157 79 78
Literate Population 85 49 36
Illiterate Population 72 30 42

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lag village:

  • The total population of Lag village is around 157, including approximately 79 males and 78 females, with a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Lag village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lag village has 157 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Lag village is about 54.14%, with male literacy at 62.03% and female literacy at 46.15%.
  • There are around 22 households in Lag village.

Connectivity of Lag

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lag. As per the 2011 stats, Lag had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Lag

Knowing the nearby villages of Lag helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lag.

Hathor Drini Khurd Drini Khas Rirkmar Luharka Chakban Dhar Drini Laharri Kanol Salli Chakban Duli Bhaled

Frequently Asked Questions about Lag

Where is Lag located?
Lag village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lag?
The Gram Panchayat of Lag is Kanol Salli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lag?
The pincode of Lag is 176206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lag is 157, with 79 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Lag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lag village has a total of 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lag as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lag is 54.14%. The male literacy rate is 62.03%, while the female literacy rate is 46.15%.