Laylapur - Sonai, Cachar
Laylapur is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 386 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Channighat serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Laylapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laylapur is 299644. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.75 hectares and falls under the 788120 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Laylapur 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 Laylapur
According to the 2011 Census, Laylapur village had a total population of 1,353 people, including 666 males and 687 females, living in 263 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.84%, with male literacy at 86.98% and female literacy at 70.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
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 | 1,353 | 666 | 687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 113 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 71 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 481 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 470 | 185 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Laylapur
Laylapur 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 Laylapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Laylapur.
| 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 Laylapur is about 41 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 Laylapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laylapur 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 Laylapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laylapur 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 Laylapur
Where is Laylapur located?
Laylapur village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Laylapur?
The Gaon Panchayat of Laylapur is Channighat.
What is the pincode of Laylapur?
The pincode of Laylapur is 788120.
What is the population of Laylapur?
Laylapur had a total population of 1,353, including 666 males and 687 females.
How many households are there in Laylapur?
Laylapur had 263 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laylapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laylapur was 78.84%. Male literacy was 86.98% and female literacy was 70.90%.