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
As per Census 2011, Lana Machher village has a total population of 284 people, consisting of 159 males and 125 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 786 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 180 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lana Machher are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 284 | 159 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 70 | 59 |
| 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 has a total population of 284, including 159 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Lana Machher?
There are 72 households in Lana Machher.
What is the literacy rate in Lana Machher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lana Machher is 63.38%. Male literacy is 66.04% and female literacy is 60.00%.