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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Laiter village had a total population of 2,327 people, including 1,228 males and 1,099 females, living in 489 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.50%, with male literacy at 78.73% and female literacy at 61.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 318, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 241.
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 | 2,327 | 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 Halqa Panchayat of Laiter?
Laiter is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Laiter?
The pincode of Laiter is 185154.
What is the population of Laiter?
Laiter had a total population of 2,327, including 1,228 males and 1,099 females.
How many households are there in Laiter?
Laiter had 489 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laiter?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laiter was 70.50%. Male literacy was 78.73% and female literacy was 61.45%.