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
According to the 2011 Census, Lajora village had a total population of 768 people, including 391 males and 377 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.57%, with male literacy at 75.16% and female literacy at 38.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 636.
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 | 768 | 391 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 77 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 768, including 391 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Lajora?
Lajora had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lajora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lajora was 57.57%. Male literacy was 75.16% and female literacy was 38.78%.