Laihar - Dehar, Mandi
Laihar is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Mandi. Baroti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laihar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laihar is 014280. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.16 hectares and falls under the 175030 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Laihar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laihar
According to the 2011 Census, Laihar village had a total population of 375 people, including 177 males and 198 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.54%, with male literacy at 93.42% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 375 | 177 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 142 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 35 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Laihar
Laihar 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 Laihar
Laihar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Laihar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laihar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laihar 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 Laihar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laihar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Laihar
Where is Laihar located?
Laihar village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laihar?
The Gram Panchayat of Laihar is Baroti.
What is the pincode of Laihar?
The pincode of Laihar is 175030.
What is the population of Laihar?
Laihar had a total population of 375, including 177 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Laihar?
Laihar had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laihar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laihar was 83.54%. Male literacy was 93.42% and female literacy was 75.00%.