Lafa Village - Pali, Korba
Lafa is a village situated in the Pali tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pali and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Lafa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lafa is 436185. The village covers a total geographical area of 3439 hectares and falls under the 495449 pincode. Pali is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Lafa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lafa
As per Census 2011, Lafa village has a total population of 2,874 people, consisting of 1,403 males and 1,471 females. The village has 747 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 405 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,671 literate and 1,203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 329 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,691 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lafa are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,874 | 1,403 | 1,471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 200 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 156 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,691 | 826 | 865 |
| Literate Population | 1,671 | 982 | 689 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,203 | 421 | 782 |
Nearby Villages of Lafa
Lafa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aurabhatha | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Nagoi | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Kharabahar | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Bhada | South-West | 4.43 km |
| Bhandarkhoh | South-East | 5.22 km |
| Jarmauha | South | 5.58 km |
| Jemra | North-West | 5.61 km |
| Bagdara | North | 6.16 km |
| Alagidand | South-East | 7.18 km |
| Nawapara | South | 7.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lafa
Lafa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Belgahna, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Pali to Lafa is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Lafa is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lafa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lafa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lafa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lafa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lafa
Where is Lafa located?
Lafa village is located in Pali Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lafa?
Lafa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lafa?
The pincode of Lafa is 495449.
What is the population of Lafa?
Lafa has a total population of 2,874, including 1,403 males and 1,471 females.
How many households are there in Lafa?
There are 747 households in Lafa.
What is the literacy rate in Lafa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lafa is 58.14%. Male literacy is 69.99% and female literacy is 46.84%.