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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Laugaon
As per Census 2011, Laugaon village has a total population of 431 people, consisting of 226 males and 205 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 263 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laugaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 226 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| 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 has a total population of 431, including 226 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Laugaon?
There are 91 households in Laugaon.
What is the literacy rate in Laugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laugaon is 38.98%. Male literacy is 38.05% and female literacy is 40.00%.