Laripani - Lailunga, Raigarh
Laripani is a village situated in the Lailunga tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lailunga and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Laripani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laripani is 434648. The village covers a total geographical area of 517.74 hectares and falls under the 496113 pincode. Lailunga is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Laripani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laripani
As per Census 2011, Laripani village has a total population of 696 people, consisting of 339 males and 357 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 429 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 403 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laripani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 696 | 339 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 403 | 193 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 247 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 92 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Laripani
Laripani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chilkaguda | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Kenapara | South | 2.94 km |
| Phulikunda | West | 3.32 km |
| Sohanpur | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Gunu | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Sagarpali | East | 3.68 km |
| Diyagarh | South | 4.21 km |
| Gahira | South-East | 5.52 km |
| Dangbira | West | 5.85 km |
| Phutaha Munda | South-West | 5.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laripani
Laripani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhupdeopur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.4 km.
| 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 Lailunga to Laripani is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Laripani is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laripani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laripani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Laripani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laripani 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 Laripani
Where is Laripani located?
Laripani village is located in Lailunga Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laripani?
Laripani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Laripani?
The pincode of Laripani is 496113.
What is the population of Laripani?
Laripani has a total population of 696, including 339 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Laripani?
There are 186 households in Laripani.
What is the literacy rate in Laripani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laripani is 61.64%. Male literacy is 72.86% and female literacy is 50.98%.