Lagrasu - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Lagrasu is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 84 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Lagrasu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lagrasu is 044196. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.11 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Lagrasu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lagrasu
As per Census 2011, Lagrasu village has a total population of 475 people, consisting of 239 males and 236 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lagrasu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 475 | 239 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 149 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 90 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Lagrasu
Lagrasu 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 Lagrasu
Lagrasu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Mussoorie to Lagrasu is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Lagrasu is about 84 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 Lagrasu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lagrasu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lagrasu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lagrasu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lagrasu
Where is Lagrasu located?
Lagrasu village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lagrasu?
Lagrasu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lagrasu?
The pincode of Lagrasu is 249180.
What is the population of Lagrasu?
Lagrasu has a total population of 475, including 239 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Lagrasu?
There are 69 households in Lagrasu.
What is the literacy rate in Lagrasu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lagrasu is 56.00%. Male literacy is 62.34% and female literacy is 49.58%.