Lahari - Billawar, Kathua
Lahari is a village situated in the Billawar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Billawar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Lahari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lahari is 001687. The village covers a total geographical area of 1340 hectares and falls under the 184203 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lahari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lahari
According to the 2011 Census, Lahari village had a total population of 2,805 people, including 1,484 males and 1,321 females, living in 521 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.67%, with male literacy at 77.45% and female literacy at 50.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 422, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 216.
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 | 2,805 | 1,484 | 1,321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 413 | 211 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 244 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 104 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 1,547 | 986 | 561 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,258 | 498 | 760 |
Nearby Villages of Lahari
Lahari 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 Lahari
Lahari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Billawar to Lahari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Lahari is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lahari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lahari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lahari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lahari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lahari
Where is Lahari located?
Lahari village is located in Billawar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lahari?
Lahari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lahari?
The pincode of Lahari is 184203.
What is the population of Lahari?
Lahari had a total population of 2,805, including 1,484 males and 1,321 females.
How many households are there in Lahari?
Lahari had 521 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lahari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lahari was 64.67%. Male literacy was 77.45% and female literacy was 50.13%.