Lam - Laroka, Rajouri
Lam is a village situated in the Laroka tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Nowshera and around 66 km from Rajouri. Lam village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lam is 001562. The village covers a total geographical area of 1238.4 hectares and falls under the 185155 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nowshera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lam
According to the 2011 Census, Lam village had a total population of 1,919 people, including 959 males and 960 females, living in 438 households. The sex ratio was 1,001 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.99%, with male literacy at 78.12% and female literacy at 57.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,039, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 689.
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 | 1,919 | 959 | 960 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 173 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,039 | 515 | 524 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 689 | 349 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 1,075 | 614 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 844 | 345 | 499 |
Nearby Villages of Lam
Lam 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 Lam
Lam 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 Nowshera to Lam is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Lam is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lam 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lam
Where is Lam located?
Lam village is located in Laroka Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Lam?
Lam is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lam?
The pincode of Lam is 185155.
What is the population of Lam?
Lam had a total population of 1,919, including 959 males and 960 females.
How many households are there in Lam?
Lam had 438 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lam was 67.99%. Male literacy was 78.12% and female literacy was 57.99%.