Lasanpur - Dagarua, Purnia
Lasanpur is a village situated in the Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dagarua and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Buwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lasanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lasanpur is 224128. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 854326 pincode. Purinia is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lasanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lasanpur
As per Census 2011, Lasanpur village has a total population of 2,126 people, consisting of 1,115 males and 1,011 females. The village has 437 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 425 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,029 literate and 1,097 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lasanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,126 | 1,115 | 1,011 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 210 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 104 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,029 | 644 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,097 | 471 | 626 |
Nearby Villages of Lasanpur
Lasanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakua | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Patringa | South | 1.82 km |
| Belgachhi | East | 1.93 km |
| Murajpur | North | 2.03 km |
| Buari | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Siarkham | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Sakraili | South | 2.77 km |
| Dakaili | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Biswaspur | West | 3.05 km |
| Shekhpura | East | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lasanpur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Lasanpur. The nearest railway station is Kasba, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purinia to Lasanpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Lasanpur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lasanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lasanpur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lasanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lasanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lasanpur
Where is Lasanpur located?
Lasanpur village is located in Dagarua Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lasanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lasanpur is Buwari.
What is the pincode of Lasanpur?
The pincode of Lasanpur is 854326.
What is the population of Lasanpur?
Lasanpur has a total population of 2,126, including 1,115 males and 1,011 females.
How many households are there in Lasanpur?
There are 437 households in Lasanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Lasanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lasanpur is 48.40%. Male literacy is 57.76% and female literacy is 38.08%.