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
As per Census 2011, Litt village has a total population of 640 people, consisting of 324 males and 316 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 497 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Litt are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 640 | 324 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 41 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| 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 has a total population of 640, including 324 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Litt?
There are 128 households in Litt.
What is the literacy rate in Litt?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Litt is 77.66%. Male literacy is 80.25% and female literacy is 75.00%.