Lalpur - Udaypur, Surguja
Lalpur is a village situated in the Udaypur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udaipur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Keshma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalpur is 433224. The village covers a total geographical area of 514.85 hectares and falls under the 497117 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 65 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 Ambikapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Lalpur village had a total population of 269 people, including 142 males and 127 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.52%, with male literacy at 71.67% and female literacy at 48.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 262.
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 | 269 | 142 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 262 | 140 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 86 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 56 | 72 |
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 5-10 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 Ambikapur to Lalpur is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 Udaypur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lalpur is Keshma.
What is the pincode of Lalpur?
The pincode of Lalpur is 497117.
What is the population of Lalpur?
Lalpur had a total population of 269, including 142 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Lalpur?
Lalpur had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalpur was 60.52%. Male literacy was 71.67% and female literacy was 48.67%.