Lagma - Paraswada, Balaghat
Lagma is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Lagma (ryt.) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lagma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lagma is 498419. The village covers a total geographical area of 252 hectares and falls under the 481105 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Lagma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lagma
According to the 2011 Census, Lagma village had a total population of 856 people, including 431 males and 425 females, living in 205 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.25%, with male literacy at 80.77% and female literacy at 61.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 386.
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 | 856 | 431 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 67 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 386 | 190 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 513 | 294 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 137 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Lagma
Lagma 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 Lagma
Lagma is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baihar to Lagma is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Lagma is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lagma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lagma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lagma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lagma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lagma
Where is Lagma located?
Lagma village is located in Paraswada Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lagma?
The Gram Panchayat of Lagma is Lagma (ryt.).
What is the pincode of Lagma?
The pincode of Lagma is 481105.
What is the population of Lagma?
Lagma had a total population of 856, including 431 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Lagma?
Lagma had 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lagma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lagma was 71.25%. Male literacy was 80.77% and female literacy was 61.52%.