Laphangaon - Rajpur, Barwani
Laphangaon is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Lafangaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laphangaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laphangaon is 478391. The village covers a total geographical area of 1050.56 hectares and falls under the 451449 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Laphangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laphangaon
As per Census 2011, Laphangaon village has a total population of 2,838 people, consisting of 1,410 males and 1,428 females. The village has 441 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 623 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 988 literate and 1,850 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,768 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laphangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,838 | 1,410 | 1,428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 623 | 314 | 309 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,768 | 1,368 | 1,400 |
| Literate Population | 988 | 553 | 435 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,850 | 857 | 993 |
Nearby Villages of Laphangaon
Laphangaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamanya | South | 2.96 km |
| Salitanda | West | 3.07 km |
| Naded | West | 3.12 km |
| Takli | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Deonali | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Lahadgaon | North | 4.04 km |
| Khapar Kheda | East | 4.38 km |
| Baghad | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Jampati | South | 4.96 km |
| Golpura | North | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laphangaon
Laphangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Nardana, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpur to Laphangaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Laphangaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laphangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laphangaon 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Laphangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laphangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Laphangaon
Where is Laphangaon located?
Laphangaon village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laphangaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Laphangaon is Lafangaon.
What is the pincode of Laphangaon?
The pincode of Laphangaon is 451449.
What is the population of Laphangaon?
Laphangaon has a total population of 2,838, including 1,410 males and 1,428 females.
How many households are there in Laphangaon?
There are 441 households in Laphangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Laphangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laphangaon is 34.81%. Male literacy is 39.22% and female literacy is 30.46%.