Ladugarh - Banmankhi, Purnia
Ladugarh is a village situated in the Banmankhi subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banmankhi and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Ladu Garh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ladugarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ladugarh is 223060. The village covers a total geographical area of 567 hectares and falls under the 854202 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ladugarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ladugarh
As per Census 2011, Ladugarh village has a total population of 12,300 people, consisting of 6,463 males and 5,837 females. The village has 2,364 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,453 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,200 literate and 7,100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,679 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 155 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ladugarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,300 | 6,463 | 5,837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,453 | 1,258 | 1,195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,679 | 870 | 809 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 85 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 5,200 | 3,234 | 1,966 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,100 | 3,229 | 3,871 |
Nearby Villages of Ladugarh
Ladugarh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Tilak | North | 2.44 km |
| Latraha | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Rupauli Milik | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Sukhsena | South | 3.32 km |
| Bhanga Tola | West | 3.37 km |
| Kamalpur Milik | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Dibraghani | West | 4.94 km |
| Bhatotar | South | 4.98 km |
| Rustampur | East | 5.55 km |
| Rupauli | North-West | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ladugarh
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ladugarh. The nearest railway station is Aurahi, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banmankhi to Ladugarh is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Ladugarh is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ladugarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ladugarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ladugarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ladugarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ladugarh
Where is Ladugarh located?
Ladugarh village is located in Banmankhi Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ladugarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Ladugarh is Ladu Garh.
What is the pincode of Ladugarh?
The pincode of Ladugarh is 854202.
What is the population of Ladugarh?
Ladugarh has a total population of 12,300, including 6,463 males and 5,837 females.
How many households are there in Ladugarh?
There are 2,364 households in Ladugarh.
What is the literacy rate in Ladugarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ladugarh is 42.28%. Male literacy is 50.04% and female literacy is 33.68%.