Laluka - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Laluka is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jagthali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laluka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laluka is 049629. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.08 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Laluka 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laluka
According to the 2011 Census, Laluka village had a total population of 48 people, including 29 males and 19 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 655 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.02%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 83.33%.
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 | 48 | 29 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 4 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Laluka
Laluka 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 Laluka
Public transport in the Laluka is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Didihat to Laluka is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Laluka is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laluka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laluka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Laluka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laluka 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 Laluka
Where is Laluka located?
Laluka village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Laluka?
The Gram Panchayat of Laluka is Jagthali.
What is the pincode of Laluka?
The pincode of Laluka is 262531.
What is the population of Laluka?
Laluka had a total population of 48, including 29 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Laluka?
Laluka had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laluka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laluka was 93.02%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 83.33%.