Lara - Jainti, Almora
Lara is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Udiyary serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lara is 053503. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.42 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Lara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Lara
According to the 2011 Census, Lara village had a total population of 39 people, including 21 males and 18 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.59%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 58.82%.
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 | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 7 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Lara
Lara 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 Lara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Lara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Lara is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lara
Where is Lara located?
Lara village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lara?
The Gram Panchayat of Lara is Udiyary.
What is the pincode of Lara?
The pincode of Lara is 263626.
What is the population of Lara?
Lara had a total population of 39, including 21 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Lara?
Lara had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lara was 70.59%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 58.82%.