Lapur - Kuru, Lohardaga
Lapur is a village situated in the Kuru subdivision of Lohardaga district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kuru and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Lohardaga. Kakargarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lapur is 363044. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 835213 pincode.
Lapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lapur
According to the 2011 Census, Lapur village had a total population of 1,794 people, including 907 males and 887 females, living in 299 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.92%, with male literacy at 77.37% and female literacy at 66.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 214.
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 | 1,794 | 907 | 887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 178 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 99 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 564 | 494 |
| Illiterate Population | 736 | 343 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of Lapur
Lapur 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 Lapur
Public transport in the Lapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Lapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Lohardaga to Lapur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lapur
Where is Lapur located?
Lapur village is located in Kuru Subdivision, Lohardaga district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lapur is Kakargarh.
What is the pincode of Lapur?
The pincode of Lapur is 835213.
What is the population of Lapur?
Lapur had a total population of 1,794, including 907 males and 887 females.
How many households are there in Lapur?
Lapur had 299 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lapur was 71.92%. Male literacy was 77.37% and female literacy was 66.58%.