Lalpurgot - Basantpur, Supaul
Lalpurgot is a village situated in the Basantpur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basantpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Balbhadrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lalpurgot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalpurgot is 221029. The village covers a total geographical area of 219 hectares and falls under the 854340 pincode. Birpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Lalpurgot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lalpurgot
According to the 2011 Census, Lalpurgot village had a total population of 3,439 people, including 1,778 males and 1,661 females, living in 573 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.35%, with male literacy at 60.43% and female literacy at 49.80%.
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 | 3,439 | 1,778 | 1,661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 843 | 421 | 422 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,437 | 820 | 617 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,002 | 958 | 1,044 |
Nearby Villages of Lalpurgot
Lalpurgot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koyali | North | 0.96 km |
| Bairia Kamal | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Sahajpur | North | 1.84 km |
| Parsa Milik | South | 2.09 km |
| Kusahar | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Bairia Chawdhari | North | 2.46 km |
| Barhampur | West | 2.55 km |
| Ghurna | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Sobhankarpur | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Balbhadarpur | North-West | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lalpurgot
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lalpurgot. The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Birpur to Lalpurgot is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Lalpurgot is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalpurgot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalpurgot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lalpurgot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalpurgot 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 Lalpurgot
Where is Lalpurgot located?
Lalpurgot village is located in Basantpur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalpurgot?
The Gram Panchayat of Lalpurgot is Balbhadrapur.
What is the pincode of Lalpurgot?
The pincode of Lalpurgot is 854340.
What is the population of Lalpurgot?
Lalpurgot had a total population of 3,439, including 1,778 males and 1,661 females.
How many households are there in Lalpurgot?
Lalpurgot had 573 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lalpurgot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalpurgot was 55.35%. Male literacy was 60.43% and female literacy was 49.80%.