Laspa - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Laspa is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 151 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Lachpa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laspa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laspa is 048852. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.98 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 134 km away.
Laspa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Laspa
As per Census 2011, Laspa village has a total population of 109 people, consisting of 64 males and 45 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 703 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laspa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 109 | 64 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 52 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 12 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Laspa
Laspa 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 Laspa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Laspa.
| 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 Laspa is about 134 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Laspa is about 151 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laspa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laspa 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 Laspa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laspa 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 Laspa
Where is Laspa located?
Laspa village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laspa?
The Gram Panchayat of Laspa is Lachpa.
What is the pincode of Laspa?
The pincode of Laspa is 262554.
What is the population of Laspa?
Laspa has a total population of 109, including 64 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Laspa?
There are 42 households in Laspa.
What is the literacy rate in Laspa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laspa is 70.64%. Male literacy is 81.25% and female literacy is 55.56%.