Langra, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Langra
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Langra is in Abbottabad District
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| Country |  Pakistan |
| Province | Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| District | Abbottabad |
| Tehsil | Havelian |
Langra is a special kind of local area in Pakistan called a Union Council. It is one of 51 such areas in the Abbottabad district, which is part of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Think of a Union Council like a small local government area that helps manage services for the people living there.
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Where is Langra Located?
Langra is found at a specific spot on the map: 34°4'0N and 73°10'0E. It sits at a height of about 871 meters (or 2,860 feet) above sea level. This area is located south of the main Abbottabad city.
Neighboring Areas
Langra shares its borders with several other Union Councils. To the north, you'll find Salhad, which is a common way to get to Abbottabad city. To the east is Rajoya, and to the south is Havelian. On the western side, Langra is next to Kokal, which leads towards the Haripur District.
What is a Union Council?
A Union Council is like a small local government that helps manage things for its community. It makes sure that local services, like roads, schools, and health facilities, are working well for everyone.
Local Leaders
Each Union Council has its own leaders. In Langra, the main leader is called a Nazim. There is also an assistant leader known as a Naib Nazim. These leaders work together to make important decisions for the people in Langra.
Parts of Langra
The Langra Union Council is divided into a few smaller areas. These areas include:
- Banda Sahib Khan
- Lari
- Langra (the main area)
