Lasara - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Lasara is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Lasara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lasara is 031948. The village covers a total geographical area of 425 hectares and falls under the 144527 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Lasara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lasara
As per Census 2011, Lasara village has a total population of 1,024 people, consisting of 520 males and 504 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 782 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lasara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,024 | 520 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 68 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 57 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 782 | 411 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 109 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Lasara
Lasara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badowal | West | 0.90 km |
| Mehdud | East | 1.31 km |
| Malewal | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Chak Natha | West | 2.09 km |
| Gajjar | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Harjiana | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Hyatpur | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Bharatpur Rajputan | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Kukran | South | 3.41 km |
| Bathal | South-West | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lasara
Lasara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaijon Doaba, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Lasara is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lasara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lasara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lasara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lasara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lasara
Where is Lasara located?
Lasara village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lasara?
Lasara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lasara?
The pincode of Lasara is 144527.
What is the population of Lasara?
Lasara has a total population of 1,024, including 520 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Lasara?
There are 225 households in Lasara.
What is the literacy rate in Lasara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lasara is 76.37%. Male literacy is 79.04% and female literacy is 73.61%.