Lailapur - Sonai, Cachar
Lailapur is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 403 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Channighat serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Lailapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lailapur is 299708. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 788120 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Lailapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dholai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lailapur
According to the 2011 Census, Lailapur village had a total population of 885 people, including 440 males and 445 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.63%, with male literacy at 56.72% and female literacy at 42.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 885 | 440 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 105 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 190 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 250 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Lailapur
Lailapur 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 Lailapur
Lailapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Silchar to Lailapur is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lailapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lailapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lailapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lailapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Lailapur
Where is Lailapur located?
Lailapur village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Lailapur?
The Gaon Panchayat of Lailapur is Channighat.
What is the pincode of Lailapur?
The pincode of Lailapur is 788120.
What is the population of Lailapur?
Lailapur had a total population of 885, including 440 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Lailapur?
Lailapur had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lailapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lailapur was 49.63%. Male literacy was 56.72% and female literacy was 42.65%.