Laisoo - D H Pora, Kulgam
Laisoo is a village situated in the D H Pora tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Kulgam and around 15 km from Kulgam. Laisoo village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laisoo is 004016. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.8 hectares and falls under the 192233 pincode. Kulgam is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Laisoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Noorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laisoo
According to the 2011 Census, Laisoo village had a total population of 1,781 people, including 881 males and 900 females, living in 312 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.20%, with male literacy at 74.07% and female literacy at 48.81%.
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 | 1,781 | 881 | 900 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 152 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 910 | 540 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 871 | 341 | 530 |
Transport and Connectivity of Laisoo
Laisoo 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 | 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 Kulgam to Laisoo is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laisoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laisoo 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 Laisoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laisoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Laisoo
Where is Laisoo located?
Laisoo village is located in D H Pora Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Laisoo?
Laisoo is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Laisoo?
The pincode of Laisoo is 192233.
What is the population of Laisoo?
Laisoo had a total population of 1,781, including 881 males and 900 females.
How many households are there in Laisoo?
Laisoo had 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laisoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laisoo was 61.20%. Male literacy was 74.07% and female literacy was 48.81%.