Lanjot

Lanjot is a village located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Lanjot village. As per 2009 stats, Basnoor is the gram panchayat of Lanjot village.

Lanjot 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 Lanjot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lanjot is 009415. The village spans a total geographical area of 96.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176205. Kangra is nearest town to Lanjot village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Lanjot 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 Lanjot

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 436 222 214
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 52 28 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 61 31 30
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 333 176 157
Illiterate Population 103 46 57

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

  • The total population of Lanjot village is around 436, including approximately 222 males and 214 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Lanjot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lanjot village has 61 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Lanjot village is about 76.38%, with male literacy at 79.28% and female literacy at 73.36%.
  • There are around 98 households in Lanjot village.

Connectivity of Lanjot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lanjot. As per the 2011 stats, Lanjot 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 Lanjot

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Lanjot

Where is Lanjot located?
Lanjot village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lanjot?
The Gram Panchayat of Lanjot is Basnoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lanjot?
The pincode of Lanjot is 176205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lanjot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lanjot is 436, with 222 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Lanjot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lanjot village has a total of 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lanjot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lanjot is 76.38%. The male literacy rate is 79.28%, while the female literacy rate is 73.36%.