Lasi - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Lasi is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 80 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Lasi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lasi is 042953. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.5 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Lasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lasi
As per Census 2011, Lasi village has a total population of 408 people, consisting of 169 males and 239 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,414 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 235 literate and 173 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 408 | 169 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 116 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 53 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Lasi
Lasi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| That | South | 0.78 km |
| Gahar | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Churerna | West | 1.49 km |
| Gaujiyana | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Chaundana | North | 1.99 km |
| Sunaildi | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Nanuwa | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Padagali May Ghotiwali | South | 2.30 km |
| Moltha | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Musankiri | South-West | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lasi
Lasi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Tehri to Lasi is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Lasi is about 80 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 Lasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lasi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lasi 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 Lasi
Where is Lasi located?
Lasi village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lasi?
Lasi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lasi?
The pincode of Lasi is 249155.
What is the population of Lasi?
Lasi has a total population of 408, including 169 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Lasi?
There are 105 households in Lasi.
What is the literacy rate in Lasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lasi is 57.60%. Male literacy is 68.64% and female literacy is 49.79%.