Lahru - Nankhari, Shimla
Lahru is a village situated in the Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kharahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lahru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lahru is 023759. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 172021 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Lahru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lahru
According to the 2011 Census, Lahru village had a total population of 434 people, including 211 males and 223 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.46%, with male literacy at 87.96% and female literacy at 73.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108.
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 | 434 | 211 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 54 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 168 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 43 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Lahru
Lahru 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 Lahru
Lahru 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 Shimla to Lahru is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lahru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lahru 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lahru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lahru 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lahru
Where is Lahru located?
Lahru village is located in Nankhari Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lahru?
The Gram Panchayat of Lahru is Kharahan.
What is the pincode of Lahru?
The pincode of Lahru is 172021.
What is the population of Lahru?
Lahru had a total population of 434, including 211 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Lahru?
Lahru had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lahru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lahru was 80.46%. Male literacy was 87.96% and female literacy was 73.40%.