Lari - Kangan, Ganderbal
Lari is a village situated in the Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kangan and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Preng B serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Lari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lari is 002893. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.3 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Lari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lari
According to the 2011 Census, Lari village had a total population of 889 people, including 459 males and 430 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.45%, with male literacy at 81.32% and female literacy at 45.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 889 | 459 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 95 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 296 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 163 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Lari
Lari 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 Lari
Lari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anantnag, while the nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ganderbal to Lari is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Lari is about 15 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 Lari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lari
Where is Lari located?
Lari village is located in Kangan Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Lari?
The Halqa Panchayat of Lari is Preng B.
What is the pincode of Lari?
The pincode of Lari is 191202.
What is the population of Lari?
Lari had a total population of 889, including 459 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Lari?
Lari had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lari was 63.45%. Male literacy was 81.32% and female literacy was 45.43%.