Laser - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Laser is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 83 km from Narendra Nagar and around 82 km from New Tehri. Laser village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laser is 044580. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.22 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Laser village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laser
As per Census 2011, Laser village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 113 males and 111 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laser are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 113 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 80 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 33 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Laser
Laser is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhutali | South | 0.74 km |
| Ukhel | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Ranakot | South | 1.30 km |
| Nail | West | 1.46 km |
| Gudan Gaon | East | 1.89 km |
| Thapaliyal Gaon | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Mansari | West | 2.09 km |
| Gwalna | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Khola | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Bag Sari | South-East | 2.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laser
Laser is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Laser is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Laser 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 Laser
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laser village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Laser
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laser village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Laser
Where is Laser located?
Laser village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laser?
Laser is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Laser?
The pincode of Laser is 249146.
What is the population of Laser?
Laser has a total population of 224, including 113 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Laser?
There are 61 households in Laser.
What is the literacy rate in Laser?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laser is 58.48%. Male literacy is 70.80% and female literacy is 45.95%.