Lagait - Chaupal, Shimla
Lagait is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Nanahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lagait village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lagait is 025461. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Lagait village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lagait
As per Census 2011, Lagait village has a total population of 69 people, consisting of 35 males and 34 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 55 literate and 14 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lagait are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 7 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Lagait
Lagait 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 Lagait
Public transport in the Lagait 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Lagait is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lagait
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lagait 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lagait
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lagait village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lagait
Where is Lagait located?
Lagait village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lagait?
The Gram Panchayat of Lagait is Nanahar.
What is the pincode of Lagait?
The pincode of Lagait is 171211.
What is the population of Lagait?
Lagait has a total population of 69, including 35 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Lagait?
There are 14 households in Lagait.
What is the literacy rate in Lagait?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lagait is 79.71%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 79.41%.