Lana Machher - Narag, Sirmaur
Lana Machher is a village situated in the Narag tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 78 km from Nahan. Lana Bhalta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lana Machher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lana Machher is 022872. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Lana Machher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lana Machher
According to the 2011 Census, Lana Machher village had a total population of 284 people, including 159 males and 125 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 786 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.60%, with male literacy at 80.77% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129.
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 | 284 | 159 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 70 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 105 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 54 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Lana Machher
Lana Machher 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 Lana Machher
Public transport in the Lana Machher 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 Nahan to Lana Machher is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lana Machher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lana Machher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lana Machher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lana Machher 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lana Machher
Where is Lana Machher located?
Lana Machher village is located in Narag Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lana Machher?
The Gram Panchayat of Lana Machher is Lana Bhalta.
What is the pincode of Lana Machher?
The pincode of Lana Machher is 173024.
What is the population of Lana Machher?
Lana Machher had a total population of 284, including 159 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Lana Machher?
Lana Machher had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lana Machher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lana Machher was 76.60%. Male literacy was 80.77% and female literacy was 71.43%.