Laripur - Pithora, Mahasamund
Laripur is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Lari Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laripur is 446497. The village covers a total geographical area of 373.52 hectares and falls under the 492112 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Laripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laripur
As per Census 2011, Laripur village has a total population of 871 people, consisting of 428 males and 443 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 526 literate and 345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 409 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 871 | 428 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 66 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 409 | 205 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 526 | 310 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 118 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Laripur
Laripur 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 Laripur
Laripur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Laripur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Laripur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Laripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laripur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Laripur
Where is Laripur located?
Laripur village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Laripur is Lari Pur.
What is the pincode of Laripur?
The pincode of Laripur is 492112.
What is the population of Laripur?
Laripur has a total population of 871, including 428 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Laripur?
There are 192 households in Laripur.
What is the literacy rate in Laripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laripur is 60.39%. Male literacy is 72.43% and female literacy is 48.76%.