Littar - Raikot, Ludhiana
Littar is a village situated in the Raikot tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikot and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Littar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Littar is 033697. The village covers a total geographical area of 203 hectares and falls under the 141107 pincode. Raikot is the nearest town.
Littar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raikot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Littar
As per Census 2011, Littar village has a total population of 1,218 people, consisting of 628 males and 590 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 865 literate and 353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 514 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Littar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,218 | 628 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 72 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 264 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 865 | 478 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 150 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Littar
Littar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basraon | South | 1.58 km |
| Barhmi | West | 1.66 km |
| Burj Hakiman | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Burj Littan | North | 2.24 km |
| Kishangarh | South | 2.95 km |
| Andlu | East | 3.07 km |
| Bhaini Drera | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Dhalian | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Kailey | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Gondwal | West | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Littar
Littar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chauki Man, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ludhiana to Littar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Littar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Littar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Littar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Littar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Littar
Where is Littar located?
Littar village is located in Raikot Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Littar?
Littar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Littar?
The pincode of Littar is 141107.
What is the population of Littar?
Littar has a total population of 1,218, including 628 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Littar?
There are 226 households in Littar.
What is the literacy rate in Littar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Littar is 71.02%. Male literacy is 76.11% and female literacy is 65.59%.