Lag - Loharghat, Solan
Lag is a village situated in the Loharghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 102 km from Solan. Lag village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lag is 020592. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.43 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Lag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lag
As per Census 2011, Lag village has a total population of 63 people, consisting of 30 males and 33 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 40 literate and 23 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 7 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Lag
Lag 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 Lag
Lag 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 | 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 Solan to Lag is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lag 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 Lag
Where is Lag located?
Lag village is located in Loharghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lag?
Lag is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lag?
The pincode of Lag is 174102.
What is the population of Lag?
Lag has a total population of 63, including 30 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Lag?
There are 12 households in Lag.
What is the literacy rate in Lag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lag is 63.49%. Male literacy is 76.67% and female literacy is 51.52%.