Lakroh - Amlarem, West Jaintia Hills
Lakroh is a village situated in the Amlarem subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 34 km from Amlarem and around 61 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakroh is 279370. The village falls under the 793109 pincode.
Lakroh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Amlarem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakroh
As per Census 2011, Lakroh village has a total population of 225 people, consisting of 123 males and 102 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 829 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 65 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakroh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 225 | 123 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 45 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 78 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Lakroh
Lakroh 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 Lakroh
Lakroh 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jowai to Lakroh is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakroh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakroh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lakroh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakroh 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakroh
Where is Lakroh located?
Lakroh village is located in Amlarem Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lakroh?
The pincode of Lakroh is 793109.
What is the population of Lakroh?
Lakroh has a total population of 225, including 123 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Lakroh?
There are 52 households in Lakroh.
What is the literacy rate in Lakroh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakroh is 28.89%. Male literacy is 36.59% and female literacy is 19.61%.