Laljar - Katigora, Cachar
Laljar is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 350 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Chandranathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laljar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laljar is 299125. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Laljar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katigorah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laljar
As per Census 2011, Laljar village has a total population of 74 people, consisting of 40 males and 34 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 literate and 29 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laljar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 15 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Laljar
Laljar 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 Laljar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Laljar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badarpur to Laljar is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Laljar is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laljar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laljar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Laljar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laljar 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 Laljar
Where is Laljar located?
Laljar village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laljar?
The Gram Panchayat of Laljar is Chandranathpur.
What is the pincode of Laljar?
The pincode of Laljar is 788115.
What is the population of Laljar?
Laljar has a total population of 74, including 40 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Laljar?
There are 13 households in Laljar.
What is the literacy rate in Laljar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laljar is 60.81%. Male literacy is 62.50% and female literacy is 58.82%.