Lalpur - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Lalpur is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Lalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalpur is 435970. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 46 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 Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Lalpur village had a total population of 568 people, including 284 males and 284 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.32%, with male literacy at 47.73% and female literacy at 33.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 277.
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 | 568 | 284 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 64 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 277 | 141 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 105 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 179 | 210 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Katghora to Lalpur is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Lalpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lalpur
Where is Lalpur located?
Lalpur village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lalpur?
Lalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lalpur?
The pincode of Lalpur is 495448.
What is the population of Lalpur?
Lalpur had a total population of 568, including 284 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Lalpur?
Lalpur had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalpur was 40.32%. Male literacy was 47.73% and female literacy was 33.04%.