Laugaon - Maheshpur, Pakur
Laugaon is a village situated in the Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshpur and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Pakur. Shivrampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laugaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laugaon is 360746. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.41 hectares and falls under the 816106 pincode.
Laugaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Laugaon
According to the 2011 Census, Laugaon village had a total population of 431 people, including 226 males and 205 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.14%, with male literacy at 47.25% and female literacy at 49.10%.
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 | 431 | 226 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 86 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 140 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Laugaon
Laugaon 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 Laugaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Laugaon. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Laugaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pakur to Laugaon is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laugaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laugaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Laugaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laugaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Laugaon
Where is Laugaon located?
Laugaon village is located in Maheshpur Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Laugaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Laugaon is Shivrampur.
What is the pincode of Laugaon?
The pincode of Laugaon is 816106.
What is the population of Laugaon?
Laugaon had a total population of 431, including 226 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Laugaon?
Laugaon had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laugaon was 48.14%. Male literacy was 47.25% and female literacy was 49.10%.