Laham
Laham is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Bhagwan Chak is the gram panchayat of Laham village.
Laham has its own place in the vibrant Jammu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Laham
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Laham is 005559. The village spans a total geographical area of 149.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181201. Khour is nearest town to Laham village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Laham
Population of Laham
Below is a concise population overview of Laham as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 859 | 416 | 443 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 67 | 55 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 89 | 110 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 630 | 325 | 305 |
Illiterate Population | 229 | 91 | 138 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Laham village:
- The total population of Laham village is around 859, including approximately 416 males and 443 females, with a sex ratio of 1064 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 122 children aged 0–6 years in Laham village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Laham village has 199 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Laham village is about 73.34%, with male literacy at 78.13% and female literacy at 68.85%.
- There are around 180 households in Laham village.
Connectivity of Laham
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Laham. As per the 2011 stats, Laham had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Laham
Knowing the nearby villages of Laham helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Laham.
Frequently Asked Questions about Laham
- Where is Laham located?
- Laham village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Laham?
- The Gram Panchayat of Laham is Bhagwan Chak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Laham?
- The pincode of Laham is 181201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Laham as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Laham is 859, with 416 males and 443 females.
- How many households are there in Laham as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Laham village has a total of 180 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Laham as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Laham is 73.34%. The male literacy rate is 78.13%, while the female literacy rate is 68.85%.