Lanu - Theog, Shimla
Lanu is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Tikkar Kyartu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lanu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lanu is 024928. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.16 hectares and falls under the 171222 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Lanu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lanu
According to the 2011 Census, Lanu village had a total population of 114 people, including 63 males and 51 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 810 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.91%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 82.00%.
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 | 114 | 63 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 14 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Lanu
Lanu 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 Lanu
Lanu 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 Shimla to Lanu is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lanu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lanu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lanu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lanu 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 Lanu
Where is Lanu located?
Lanu village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lanu?
The Gram Panchayat of Lanu is Tikkar Kyartu.
What is the pincode of Lanu?
The pincode of Lanu is 171222.
What is the population of Lanu?
Lanu had a total population of 114, including 63 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Lanu?
Lanu had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lanu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lanu was 84.91%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 82.00%.