Sahotryan Da Lahar - Thural, Kangra
Sahotryan Da Lahar is a village situated in the Thural tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhamal Lahad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahotryan Da Lahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahotryan Da Lahar is 011091. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.72 hectares and falls under the 176096 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sahotryan Da Lahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Sahotryan Da Lahar
According to the 2011 Census, Sahotryan Da Lahar village had a total population of 100 people, including 49 males and 51 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.36%, with male literacy at 94.87% and female literacy at 81.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 12 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Sahotryan Da Lahar
Sahotryan Da Lahar 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 Sahotryan Da Lahar
Sahotryan Da Lahar 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palampur to Sahotryan Da Lahar is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dharmsala to Sahotryan Da Lahar is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahotryan Da Lahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahotryan Da Lahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sahotryan Da Lahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahotryan Da Lahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahotryan Da Lahar
Where is Sahotryan Da Lahar located?
Sahotryan Da Lahar village is located in Thural Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahotryan Da Lahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahotryan Da Lahar is Dhamal Lahad.
What is the pincode of Sahotryan Da Lahar?
The pincode of Sahotryan Da Lahar is 176096.
What is the population of Sahotryan Da Lahar?
Sahotryan Da Lahar had a total population of 100, including 49 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Sahotryan Da Lahar?
Sahotryan Da Lahar had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahotryan Da Lahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahotryan Da Lahar was 87.36%. Male literacy was 94.87% and female literacy was 81.25%.