Lassu - Bhalwal, Jammu
Lassu is a village situated in the Bhalwal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 60 km from Jammu and around 60 km from Jammu. Gorda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lassu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lassu is 005644. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.3 hectares and falls under the 181122 pincode. Bantalab is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Lassu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lassu
According to the 2011 Census, Lassu village had a total population of 154 people, including 84 males and 70 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.36%, with male literacy at 88.41% and female literacy at 67.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 154 | 84 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 61 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 23 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Lassu
Lassu 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 Lassu
Public transport in the Lassu is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bantalab to Lassu is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Lassu is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lassu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lassu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lassu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lassu 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 Lassu
Where is Lassu located?
Lassu village is located in Bhalwal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lassu?
The Gram Panchayat of Lassu is Gorda.
What is the pincode of Lassu?
The pincode of Lassu is 181122.
What is the population of Lassu?
Lassu had a total population of 154, including 84 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Lassu?
Lassu had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lassu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lassu was 78.36%. Male literacy was 88.41% and female literacy was 67.69%.