Laphu
About Laphu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Laphu village is 025009. Laphu village is located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 42km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Laphu village. As per 2009 stats, Kathog is the gram panchayat of Laphu village.
The total geographical area of village is 184.75 hectares. Laphu has a total population of 217 peoples, out of which male population is 105 while female population is 112. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1066 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of laphu village is 74.65% out of which 80.95% males and 68.75% females are literate. There are about 48 houses in laphu village. Pincode of laphu village locality is 171201.
When it comes to administration, Laphu village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Laphu village comes under Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Theog is nearest town to laphu village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Laphu
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 217 | 105 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 85 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 20 | 35 |
Connectivity of Laphu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Laphu
Where is Laphu located?
Laphu village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laphu?
The Gram Panchayat of Laphu is Kathog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Laphu?
The pincode of Laphu is 171201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Laphu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Laphu is 217, with 105 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Laphu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Laphu village has a total of 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laphu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Laphu is 74.65%. The male literacy rate is 80.95%, while the female literacy rate is 68.75%.