Lam - Una
Lam is a village situated in the Una tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Jhamber serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lam is 018749. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.66 hectares and falls under the 174303 pincode. Una is the nearest town.
Lam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kutlehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lam
According to the 2011 Census, Lam village had a total population of 209 people, including 109 males and 100 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.71%, with male literacy at 96.77% and female literacy at 80.65%.
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 | 209 | 109 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 16 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 90 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 19 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Lam
Lam 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 Lam
Lam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Una to Lam is about 11 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lam 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lam
Where is Lam located?
Lam village is located in Una Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lam?
The Gram Panchayat of Lam is Jhamber.
What is the pincode of Lam?
The pincode of Lam is 174303.
What is the population of Lam?
Lam had a total population of 209, including 109 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Lam?
Lam had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lam was 88.71%. Male literacy was 96.77% and female literacy was 80.65%.