Litt - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Litt is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Lit serves as the Gram Panchayat for Litt village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Litt is 030945. The village covers a total geographical area of 246 hectares and falls under the 144207 pincode. Gardhiwala is the nearest town.
Litt village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Litt
According to the 2011 Census, Litt village had a total population of 640 people, including 324 males and 316 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.59%, with male literacy at 91.87% and female literacy at 81.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 640 | 324 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 41 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 260 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 64 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Litt
Litt is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gujar Basoya | South | 1.04 km |
| Granthpur | South-East | 1.14 km |
| Jhojhar Chathial | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Nagre | West | 1.90 km |
| Dulminwal | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Jamsher Chathial | South | 2.86 km |
| Mokh | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Bhatalu | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Bahtiwala | South | 4.00 km |
| Manga | South-West | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Litt
Litt is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dasuya, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Litt 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 Litt
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Litt village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Litt
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Litt 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Litt
Where is Litt located?
Litt village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Litt?
The Gram Panchayat of Litt is Lit.
What is the pincode of Litt?
The pincode of Litt is 144207.
What is the population of Litt?
Litt had a total population of 640, including 324 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Litt?
Litt had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Litt?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Litt was 86.59%. Male literacy was 91.87% and female literacy was 81.44%.