Laptaha Lagunia - Parihar, Sitamarhi
Laptaha Lagunia is a village situated in the Parihar subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parihar and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Lahuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laptaha Lagunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laptaha Lagunia is 219156. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 843324 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Laptaha Lagunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Laptaha Lagunia
According to the 2011 Census, Laptaha Lagunia village had a total population of 2,075 people, including 1,103 males and 972 females, living in 410 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.01%, with male literacy at 57.75% and female literacy at 34.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,075 | 1,103 | 972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 161 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 90 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 544 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,250 | 559 | 691 |
Nearby Villages of Laptaha Lagunia
Laptaha Lagunia 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 Laptaha Lagunia
Laptaha Lagunia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Laptaha Lagunia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laptaha Lagunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laptaha Lagunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Laptaha Lagunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laptaha Lagunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Laptaha Lagunia
Where is Laptaha Lagunia located?
Laptaha Lagunia village is located in Parihar Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laptaha Lagunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Laptaha Lagunia is Lahuria.
What is the pincode of Laptaha Lagunia?
The pincode of Laptaha Lagunia is 843324.
What is the population of Laptaha Lagunia?
Laptaha Lagunia had a total population of 2,075, including 1,103 males and 972 females.
How many households are there in Laptaha Lagunia?
Laptaha Lagunia had 410 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laptaha Lagunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laptaha Lagunia was 47.01%. Male literacy was 57.75% and female literacy was 34.56%.