Laugain - Dhuraiya, Banka
Laugain is a village situated in the Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhuraiya and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Batsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laugain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laugain is 241098. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Laugain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Laugain
According to the 2011 Census, Laugain village had a total population of 756 people, including 412 males and 344 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.14%, with male literacy at 36.83% and female literacy at 26.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79.
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 | 756 | 412 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 44 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 130 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 282 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Laugain
Laugain 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 Laugain
Laugain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Laugain has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Laugain is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Laugain is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laugain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laugain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Laugain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laugain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Laugain
Where is Laugain located?
Laugain village is located in Dhuraiya Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Laugain?
The Gram Panchayat of Laugain is Batsar.
What is the pincode of Laugain?
The pincode of Laugain is 813205.
What is the population of Laugain?
Laugain had a total population of 756, including 412 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Laugain?
Laugain had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laugain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laugain was 32.14%. Male literacy was 36.83% and female literacy was 26.46%.