Langja - Spiti, Lahaul And Spiti
Langja is a village situated in the Spiti tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 208 km from Kyelang. Langcha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Langja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Langja is 012498. The village covers a total geographical area of 421.8 hectares and falls under the 172114 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Langja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahaul & spiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Langja
According to the 2011 Census, Langja village had a total population of 158 people, including 82 males and 76 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.44%, with male literacy at 81.69% and female literacy at 72.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 158 | 82 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 58 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 24 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Langja
Langja 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 Langja
Langja 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kyelang to Langja is about 208 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Langja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Langja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Langja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Langja 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Langja
Where is Langja located?
Langja village is located in Spiti Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Langja?
The Gram Panchayat of Langja is Langcha.
What is the pincode of Langja?
The pincode of Langja is 172114.
What is the population of Langja?
Langja had a total population of 158, including 82 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Langja?
Langja had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Langja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langja was 77.44%. Male literacy was 81.69% and female literacy was 72.58%.