Lach - Qalamabad, Kupwara
Lach is a village situated in the Qalamabad tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Handwara and around 38 km from Kupwara. Lach village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lach is 000289. The village covers a total geographical area of 187 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Lach village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lach
According to the 2011 Census, Lach village had a total population of 2,481 people, including 1,308 males and 1,173 females, living in 299 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.93%, with male literacy at 73.78% and female literacy at 50.82%.
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 | 2,481 | 1,308 | 1,173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 428 | 225 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,292 | 799 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,189 | 509 | 680 |
Nearby Villages of Lach
Lach 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 Lach
Lach is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Handwara to Lach is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Lach is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lach
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lach village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lach
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lach village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lach
Where is Lach located?
Lach village is located in Qalamabad Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Lach?
Lach is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lach?
The pincode of Lach is 193302.
What is the population of Lach?
Lach had a total population of 2,481, including 1,308 males and 1,173 females.
How many households are there in Lach?
Lach had 299 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lach?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lach was 62.93%. Male literacy was 73.78% and female literacy was 50.82%.