Lajora - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Lajora is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from Goilkera and around 64 km from Paschimisinghbhum. Arahasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lajora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lajora is 377655. The village covers a total geographical area of 282 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode. Goilkera is the nearest town.
Lajora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lajora
As per Census 2011, Lajora village has a total population of 768 people, consisting of 391 males and 377 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 350 literate and 418 illiterate residents. Additionally, 636 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lajora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 768 | 391 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 77 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 636 | 321 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 236 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 155 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Lajora
Lajora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarbil | East | 1.67 km |
| Katkera | West | 1.89 km |
| Chinibari | South | 1.97 km |
| Kula | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Jharanasa | North | 2.52 km |
| Goilkera Bazar | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Sipua | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Raghunathpur | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Dalaikela | North | 4.08 km |
| Pariyanandpur | North-East | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lajora
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Lajora. The nearest railway station is Goilkera, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Paschimisinghbhum to Lajora is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lajora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lajora 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 Lajora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lajora 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lajora
Where is Lajora located?
Lajora village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lajora?
The Gram Panchayat of Lajora is Arahasa.
What is the pincode of Lajora?
The pincode of Lajora is 833103.
What is the population of Lajora?
Lajora has a total population of 768, including 391 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Lajora?
There are 144 households in Lajora.
What is the literacy rate in Lajora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lajora is 45.57%. Male literacy is 60.36% and female literacy is 30.24%.