Lam
About Lam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Lam village is 009318. Lam village is located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 48km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Lam village. As per 2009 stats, Boh Harboh is the gram panchayat of Lam village.
The total geographical area of village is 241.99 hectares. Lam has a total population of 365 peoples, out of which male population is 167 while female population is 198. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1185 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of lam village is 50.96% out of which 57.49% males and 45.45% females are literate. There are about 72 houses in lam village. Pincode of lam village locality is 176206.
When it comes to administration, Lam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Lam village comes under Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Kangra is nearest town to lam village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Lam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 365 | 167 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 96 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 71 | 108 |
Connectivity of Lam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lam
Where is Lam located?
Lam village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lam?
The Gram Panchayat of Lam is Boh Harboh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lam?
The pincode of Lam is 176206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lam is 365, with 167 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Lam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lam village has a total of 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lam is 50.96%. The male literacy rate is 57.49%, while the female literacy rate is 45.45%.