Lalpur - Rajnagar, Chhatarpur
Lalpur is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Lalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalpur is 457974. The village covers a total geographical area of 2055.37 hectares and falls under the 471625 pincode. Rajnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalpur
As per Census 2011, Lalpur village has a total population of 4,249 people, consisting of 2,286 males and 1,963 females. The village has 948 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 741 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,835 literate and 2,414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 921 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 293 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,249 | 2,286 | 1,963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 741 | 394 | 347 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 921 | 481 | 440 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 146 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 1,835 | 1,239 | 596 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,414 | 1,047 | 1,367 |
Nearby Villages of Lalpur
Lalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nad | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Talgaon | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Patharya | South | 2.90 km |
| Bhabhuwa | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Kishunpura | North-West | 4.69 km |
| Bila | South-East | 5.14 km |
| Ghunchoo | East | 5.55 km |
| Daharra | West | 5.99 km |
| Digoni | North | 6.43 km |
| Khajwa | South-West | 6.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lalpur
Public transport in the Lalpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Singhpur Dumra, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajnagar to Lalpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Lalpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Lalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lalpur
Where is Lalpur located?
Lalpur village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalpur?
Lalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lalpur?
The pincode of Lalpur is 471625.
What is the population of Lalpur?
Lalpur has a total population of 4,249, including 2,286 males and 1,963 females.
How many households are there in Lalpur?
There are 948 households in Lalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Lalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalpur is 43.19%. Male literacy is 54.20% and female literacy is 30.36%.