Laas - Atholi (Paddar), Kishtwar
Laas is a village situated in the Atholi (Paddar) tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atholi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Affani serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Laas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laas is 004771. The village covers a total geographical area of 814.6 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Laas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Laas
According to the 2011 Census, Laas village had a total population of 218 people, including 114 males and 104 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.85%, with male literacy at 73.27% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 218 | 114 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 74 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 40 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Laas
Laas 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 Laas
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Laas.
| 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 Kishtwar to Laas is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Laas is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laas 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Laas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Laas
Where is Laas located?
Laas village is located in Atholi (Paddar) Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Laas?
The Halqa Panchayat of Laas is Affani.
What is the pincode of Laas?
The pincode of Laas is 182204.
What is the population of Laas?
Laas had a total population of 218, including 114 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Laas?
Laas had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laas was 58.85%. Male literacy was 73.27% and female literacy was 42.86%.