Lalau - Kalsi, Dehradun
Lalau is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Masrad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lalau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalau is 044863. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.88 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Lalau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lalau
As per Census 2011, Lalau village has a total population of 143 people, consisting of 77 males and 66 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 102 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lalau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 143 | 77 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 51 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 26 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Lalau
Lalau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hamarau | South | 0.80 km |
| Masrad | North | 0.86 km |
| Mathyau | East | 1.00 km |
| Basaha | West | 1.02 km |
| Bhoda | South | 1.55 km |
| Gothan Joshi | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Damta | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Bamrar | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Bajau | North | 1.96 km |
| Sawai | North-East | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lalau
Lalau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vikasnagar to Lalau is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Lalau 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 Lalau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lalau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lalau
Where is Lalau located?
Lalau village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalau?
The Gram Panchayat of Lalau is Masrad.
What is the pincode of Lalau?
The pincode of Lalau is 248001.
What is the population of Lalau?
Lalau has a total population of 143, including 77 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Lalau?
There are 17 households in Lalau.
What is the literacy rate in Lalau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalau is 58.74%. Male literacy is 66.23% and female literacy is 50.00%.