Lahar Duhak - Thural, Kangra
Lahar Duhak is a village situated in the Thural tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Duhak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lahar Duhak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lahar Duhak is 011104. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.33 hectares and falls under the 176073 pincode. Tira Sujanpur is the nearest town.
Lahar Duhak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lahar Duhak
As per Census 2011, Lahar Duhak village has a total population of 336 people, consisting of 154 males and 182 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,181 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 247 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lahar Duhak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 336 | 154 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 22 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 118 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 36 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Lahar Duhak
Lahar Duhak 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 Lahar Duhak
Lahar Duhak 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 Lahar Duhak is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lahar Duhak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lahar Duhak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lahar Duhak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lahar Duhak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lahar Duhak
Where is Lahar Duhak located?
Lahar Duhak village is located in Thural Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lahar Duhak?
The Gram Panchayat of Lahar Duhak is Duhak.
What is the pincode of Lahar Duhak?
The pincode of Lahar Duhak is 176073.
What is the population of Lahar Duhak?
Lahar Duhak has a total population of 336, including 154 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Lahar Duhak?
There are 86 households in Lahar Duhak.
What is the literacy rate in Lahar Duhak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lahar Duhak is 73.51%. Male literacy is 76.62% and female literacy is 70.88%.