Laufa

Laufa is a village located in Lakhnaur subdivision of Madhubani district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhnaur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Madhubani. As per 2009 stats, Laufa village is also a gram panchayat.

Laufa has its own place in the vibrant Madhubani 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 Laufa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Laufa is 220832. The village spans a total geographical area of 323.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847403. Jhanjharpur is nearest town to Laufa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Laufa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,886 3,097 2,789
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,062 556 506
Scheduled Castes (SC) 923 477 446
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,869 1,740 1,129
Illiterate Population 3,017 1,357 1,660

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

  • The total population of Laufa village is around 5,886, including approximately 3,097 males and 2,789 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,062 children aged 0–6 years in Laufa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Laufa village has 923 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Laufa village is about 48.74%, with male literacy at 56.18% and female literacy at 40.48%.
  • There are around 1,375 households in Laufa village.

Connectivity of Laufa

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Laufa

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

Gunakarpur Kasiam Lakhnaur Barmotar Balia Umri Pure Kalikapur Matras Bishunpur Pauni Az Rakbe Pauni

Frequently Asked Questions about Laufa

Where is Laufa located?
Laufa village is situated in Lakhnaur Subdivision, within the Madhubani district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laufa?
Laufa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Laufa?
The pincode of Laufa is 847403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Laufa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Laufa is 5,886, with 3,097 males and 2,789 females.
How many households are there in Laufa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Laufa village has a total of 1,375 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laufa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Laufa is 48.74%. The male literacy rate is 56.18%, while the female literacy rate is 40.48%.