Laurhia - Kharagpur, Munger
Laurhia is a village situated in the Kharagpur subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kharagpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Gangta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laurhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laurhia is 243047. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 811213 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Laurhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamui Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laurhia
As per Census 2011, Laurhia village has a total population of 838 people, consisting of 448 males and 390 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 341 literate and 497 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laurhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 838 | 448 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 90 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 224 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 224 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Laurhia
Laurhia 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 Laurhia
Laurhia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Laurhia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Munger to Laurhia is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laurhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laurhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Laurhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laurhia 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 Laurhia
Where is Laurhia located?
Laurhia village is located in Kharagpur Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laurhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Laurhia is Gangta.
What is the pincode of Laurhia?
The pincode of Laurhia is 811213.
What is the population of Laurhia?
Laurhia has a total population of 838, including 448 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Laurhia?
There are 161 households in Laurhia.
What is the literacy rate in Laurhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laurhia is 40.69%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 30.00%.