Lagua

Lagua is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Lagua village is also a gram panchayat.

Lagua has its own place in the vibrant Katihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lagua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lagua is 224969. The village spans a total geographical area of 276 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Lagua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.

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Population of Lagua

Below is a concise population overview of Lagua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,683 2,471 2,212
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 861 450 411
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5 3 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 968 592 376
Illiterate Population 3,715 1,879 1,836

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lagua village:

  • The total population of Lagua village is around 4,683, including approximately 2,471 males and 2,212 females, with a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 861 children aged 0–6 years in Lagua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lagua village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Lagua village is about 20.67%, with male literacy at 23.96% and female literacy at 17.00%.
  • There are around 991 households in Lagua village.

Connectivity of Lagua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lagua. As per the 2011 stats, Lagua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Lagua

Knowing the nearby villages of Lagua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lagua.

Bhawanipur Malikpur Marjadpur Basantpur Bairgachhi Satuwan Puria Shikarpur Chhota Sikarpur Dogachh Bazidgachh

Frequently Asked Questions about Lagua

Where is Lagua located?
Lagua village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lagua?
Lagua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Lagua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lagua is 4,683, with 2,471 males and 2,212 females.
How many households are there in Lagua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lagua village has a total of 991 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lagua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lagua is 20.67%. The male literacy rate is 23.96%, while the female literacy rate is 17.00%.