Lalpur - Devkar, Bemetara
Lalpur is a village situated in the Devkar tehsil of Bemetara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 19 km from Saja and around 50 km from Durg. Dehri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalpur is 442140. The village covers a total geographical area of 344.16 hectares and falls under the 491331 pincode. Devkar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Lalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bemetara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Durg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalpur
As per Census 2011, Lalpur village has a total population of 689 people, consisting of 344 males and 345 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 415 literate and 274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 518 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 689 | 344 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 266 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 229 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 115 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Lalpur
Lalpur 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 Lalpur
Lalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Devkar to Lalpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Lalpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lalpur
Where is Lalpur located?
Lalpur village is located in Devkar Tehsil, Bemetara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lalpur is Dehri.
What is the pincode of Lalpur?
The pincode of Lalpur is 491331.
What is the population of Lalpur?
Lalpur has a total population of 689, including 344 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Lalpur?
There are 150 households in Lalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Lalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalpur is 60.23%. Male literacy is 66.57% and female literacy is 53.91%.