Langehar - Sarkaghat, Mandi
Langehar is a village situated in the Sarkaghat tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Hari Behna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Langehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Langehar is 013959. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.09 hectares and falls under the 175007 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Langehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Langehar
According to the 2011 Census, Langehar village had a total population of 177 people, including 76 males and 101 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,329 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.63%, with male literacy at 89.39% and female literacy at 82.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
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 | 177 | 76 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 59 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 17 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Langehar
Langehar 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 Langehar
Langehar 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 Mandi to Langehar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Langehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Langehar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Langehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Langehar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Langehar
Where is Langehar located?
Langehar village is located in Sarkaghat Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Langehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Langehar is Hari Behna.
What is the pincode of Langehar?
The pincode of Langehar is 175007.
What is the population of Langehar?
Langehar had a total population of 177, including 76 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Langehar?
Langehar had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Langehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langehar was 85.63%. Male literacy was 89.39% and female literacy was 82.98%.