Laskar Khet - Garud, Bageshwar
Laskar Khet is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Laskarkhet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laskar Khet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laskar Khet is 051271. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.56 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Laskar Khet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Laskar Khet
According to the 2011 Census, Laskar Khet village had a total population of 298 people, including 132 males and 166 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,258 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.80%, with male literacy at 91.51% and female literacy at 62.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 214.
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 | 298 | 132 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 95 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 97 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 35 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Laskar Khet
Laskar Khet 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 Laskar Khet
Public transport in the Laskar Khet is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Laskar Khet is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laskar Khet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laskar Khet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Laskar Khet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laskar Khet 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Laskar Khet
Where is Laskar Khet located?
Laskar Khet village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Laskar Khet?
The Gram Panchayat of Laskar Khet is Laskarkhet.
What is the pincode of Laskar Khet?
The pincode of Laskar Khet is 263635.
What is the population of Laskar Khet?
Laskar Khet had a total population of 298, including 132 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Laskar Khet?
Laskar Khet had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laskar Khet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laskar Khet was 74.80%. Male literacy was 91.51% and female literacy was 62.84%.