Lahar
Lahar is a village located in Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Ramnagar (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Larh is the gram panchayat of Lahar village.
Here you can discover what makes Lahar unique in its vibrant Ramnagar-Udhampur region. You’ll see Lahar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lahar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lahar is 005069. The village spans a total geographical area of 288.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184203. Udhampur is nearest town to Lahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Lahar
Population of Lahar
According to the 2011 Census, Lahar has a total population of about 1,483, with approximately 744 males and 739 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 230 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,132 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 77. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.34%, with male literacy at about 60.75% and female literacy near 45.87%. There are around 226 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lahar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,483 | 744 | 739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 121 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,132 | 568 | 564 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 791 | 452 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 692 | 292 | 400 |
Connectivity of Lahar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lahar. As per the 2011 stats, Lahar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lahar
Knowing the nearby villages of Lahar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lahar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lahar
- Where is Lahar located?
- Lahar village is situated in Ramnagar Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lahar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lahar is Larh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Lahar?
- The pincode of Lahar is 184203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lahar is 1,483, with 744 males and 739 females.
- How many households are there in Lahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lahar village has a total of 226 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lahar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lahar is 53.34%. The male literacy rate is 60.75%, while the female literacy rate is 45.87%.