Lauga - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Lauga is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Launga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lauga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lauga is 042633. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.82 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Lauga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lauga
As per Census 2011, Lauga village has a total population of 511 people, consisting of 244 males and 267 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 1,094 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 336 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lauga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 511 | 244 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 336 | 194 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 50 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Lauga
Lauga 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 Lauga
Lauga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rudraprayag to Lauga is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lauga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lauga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lauga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lauga 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lauga
Where is Lauga located?
Lauga village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lauga?
The Gram Panchayat of Lauga is Launga.
What is the pincode of Lauga?
The pincode of Lauga is 246475.
What is the population of Lauga?
Lauga has a total population of 511, including 244 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Lauga?
There are 121 households in Lauga.
What is the literacy rate in Lauga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lauga is 65.75%. Male literacy is 79.51% and female literacy is 53.18%.