Laudh - Supaul
Laudh is a village situated in the Supaul subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from Supaul, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Lourdh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laudh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laudh is 221367. The village covers a total geographical area of 632 hectares and falls under the 852134 pincode. Supual is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Laudh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Supaul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laudh
As per Census 2011, Laudh village has a total population of 7,871 people, consisting of 4,097 males and 3,774 females. The village has 1,500 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,393 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,771 literate and 4,100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laudh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,871 | 4,097 | 3,774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,393 | 695 | 698 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,281 | 672 | 609 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,771 | 2,398 | 1,373 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,100 | 1,699 | 2,401 |
Nearby Villages of Laudh
Laudh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kariho | North | 2.21 km |
| Itahari | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Sarhee Malikana | West | 3.09 km |
| Hatwaria | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Bina | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Hardi | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Bela | South | 4.40 km |
| Jhahura | South | 4.80 km |
| Nirmali | North-East | 5.54 km |
| Ramnagar | East | 5.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laudh
Laudh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Supaul, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Supual to Laudh is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Laudh is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laudh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laudh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Laudh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laudh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Laudh
Where is Laudh located?
Laudh village is located in Supaul Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laudh?
The Gram Panchayat of Laudh is Lourdh.
What is the pincode of Laudh?
The pincode of Laudh is 852134.
What is the population of Laudh?
Laudh has a total population of 7,871, including 4,097 males and 3,774 females.
How many households are there in Laudh?
There are 1,500 households in Laudh.
What is the literacy rate in Laudh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laudh is 47.91%. Male literacy is 58.53% and female literacy is 36.38%.