Laiter - Pouni, Reasi
Laiter is a village situated in the Pouni tehsil of Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 34 km from Reasi and around 34 km from Reasi. Laiter village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laiter is 005329. The village covers a total geographical area of 752.7 hectares and falls under the 185154 pincode. Later is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Laiter village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Laiter
As per Census 2011, Laiter village has a total population of 2,327 people, consisting of 1,228 males and 1,099 females. The village has 489 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 381 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,372 literate and 955 illiterate residents. Additionally, 318 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 241 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laiter are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,327 | 1,228 | 1,099 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 208 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 163 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 133 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 1,372 | 803 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 955 | 425 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Laiter
Laiter 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 Laiter
Laiter 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 5-10 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 Later to Laiter is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Reasi to Laiter is about 34 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 Laiter
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laiter village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Laiter
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laiter 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Laiter
Where is Laiter located?
Laiter village is located in Pouni Tehsil, Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laiter?
Laiter is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Laiter?
The pincode of Laiter is 185154.
What is the population of Laiter?
Laiter has a total population of 2,327, including 1,228 males and 1,099 females.
How many households are there in Laiter?
There are 489 households in Laiter.
What is the literacy rate in Laiter?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laiter is 58.96%. Male literacy is 65.39% and female literacy is 51.77%.