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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Laspa
According to the 2011 Census, Laspa village had a total population of 109 people, including 64 males and 45 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 703 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.24%, with male literacy at 88.14% and female literacy at 59.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
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 | 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 had a total population of 109, including 64 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Laspa?
Laspa had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laspa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laspa was 76.24%. Male literacy was 88.14% and female literacy was 59.52%.