Langsi - Joshimath, Chamoli
Langsi is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Langasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Langsi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Langsi is 040841. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.24 hectares and falls under the 246472 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Langsi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Langsi
According to the 2011 Census, Langsi village had a total population of 395 people, including 218 males and 177 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 812 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.98%, with male literacy at 90.31% and female literacy at 68.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 395 | 218 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 39 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 177 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 41 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Langsi
Langsi 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 Langsi
Langsi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Joshimath to Langsi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Langsi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Langsi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Langsi 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 Langsi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Langsi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Langsi
Where is Langsi located?
Langsi village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Langsi?
The Gram Panchayat of Langsi is Langasi.
What is the pincode of Langsi?
The pincode of Langsi is 246472.
What is the population of Langsi?
Langsi had a total population of 395, including 218 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Langsi?
Langsi had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Langsi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langsi was 80.98%. Male literacy was 90.31% and female literacy was 68.87%.