Lalpur - Chhatapur, Supaul
Lalpur is a village situated in the Chhatapur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatapur and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalpur is 221067. The village covers a total geographical area of 617 hectares and falls under the 854339 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Lalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lalpur
As per Census 2011, Lalpur village has a total population of 4,501 people, consisting of 2,339 males and 2,162 females. The village has 937 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 887 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,097 literate and 2,404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,385 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,501 | 2,339 | 2,162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 887 | 476 | 411 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,385 | 718 | 667 |
| Literate Population | 2,097 | 1,362 | 735 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,404 | 977 | 1,427 |
Nearby Villages of Lalpur
Lalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Indarpur | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Hariharpur | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Rampur | West | 2.41 km |
| Katahra | South | 2.90 km |
| Mohanpur | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Partapnagar | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Madhopur | North | 4.01 km |
| Mahaddipur | North-West | 4.17 km |
| Bhatabari | South | 4.36 km |
| Mirdaul | North-East | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lalpur
Lalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.0 km.
| 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 Forbesganj to Lalpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Lalpur is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalpur 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 Lalpur
Where is Lalpur located?
Lalpur village is located in Chhatapur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lalpur is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Lalpur?
The pincode of Lalpur is 854339.
What is the population of Lalpur?
Lalpur has a total population of 4,501, including 2,339 males and 2,162 females.
How many households are there in Lalpur?
There are 937 households in Lalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Lalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalpur is 46.59%. Male literacy is 58.23% and female literacy is 34.00%.