Langriyal - Hiranagar, Kathua
Langriyal is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Pathwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Langriyal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Langriyal is 002046. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Langriyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Langriyal
According to the 2011 Census, Langriyal village had a total population of 393 people, including 217 males and 176 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 811 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.50%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 83.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 393 | 217 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 187 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 30 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Langriyal
Langriyal 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 Langriyal
Langriyal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Langriyal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Langriyal is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Langriyal is about 25 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 Langriyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Langriyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Langriyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Langriyal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Langriyal
Where is Langriyal located?
Langriyal village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Langriyal?
The Gram Panchayat of Langriyal is Pathwal.
What is the pincode of Langriyal?
The pincode of Langriyal is 184148.
What is the population of Langriyal?
Langriyal had a total population of 393, including 217 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Langriyal?
Langriyal had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Langriyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langriyal was 89.50%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 83.54%.