Lajora
Lajora is a village located in Goilkera subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Goilkera (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Paschimisinghbhum. As per 2009 stats, Arahasa is the gram panchayat of Lajora village.
Lajora has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Lajora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lajora is 377655. The village spans a total geographical area of 282 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833103. Goilkera is nearest town to Lajora village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Lajora village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lajora
Population of Lajora
Below is a concise population overview of Lajora as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 768 | 391 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 77 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 636 | 321 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 236 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 155 | 263 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lajora village:
- The total population of Lajora village is around 768, including approximately 391 males and 377 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 160 children aged 0–6 years in Lajora village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Lajora village has 636 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Lajora village is about 45.57%, with male literacy at 60.36% and female literacy at 30.24%.
- There are around 144 households in Lajora village.
Connectivity of Lajora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lajora. As per the 2011 stats, Lajora had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lajora
Knowing the nearby villages of Lajora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lajora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lajora
- Where is Lajora located?
- Lajora village is situated in Goilkera Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lajora?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lajora is Arahasa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Lajora?
- The pincode of Lajora is 833103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lajora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lajora is 768, with 391 males and 377 females.
- How many households are there in Lajora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lajora village has a total of 144 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lajora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lajora is 45.57%. The male literacy rate is 60.36%, while the female literacy rate is 30.24%.