Lahur - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Lahur is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 63 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Lahur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lahur is 050546. The village covers a total geographical area of 426.42 hectares and falls under the 263679 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Lahur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lahur
According to the 2011 Census, Lahur village had a total population of 516 people, including 210 males and 306 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,457 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.41%, with male literacy at 81.88% and female literacy at 43.75%.
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 | 516 | 210 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 131 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 79 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Lahur
Lahur 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 Lahur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Lahur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Lahur is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lahur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lahur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lahur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lahur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lahur
Where is Lahur located?
Lahur village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lahur?
Lahur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lahur?
The pincode of Lahur is 263679.
What is the population of Lahur?
Lahur had a total population of 516, including 210 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Lahur?
Lahur had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lahur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lahur was 58.41%. Male literacy was 81.88% and female literacy was 43.75%.