Lalpura - Petlawad, Jhabua
Lalpura is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Bodayata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lalpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalpura is 504313. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.63 hectares and falls under the 457770 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lalpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lalpura
According to the 2011 Census, Lalpura village had a total population of 582 people, including 293 males and 289 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.41%, with male literacy at 44.59% and female literacy at 34.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 562.
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 | 582 | 293 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 62 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 562 | 282 | 280 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 103 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 190 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Lalpura
Lalpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bodayata | West | 0.39 km |
| Chhayanpada | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Bhamti | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Bhabharpada | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Ninamapada | South | 2.21 km |
| Badodia | North | 2.36 km |
| Chhaoni | West | 2.46 km |
| Kundiapada | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Tikhipada | South | 2.72 km |
| Daulatpura | South-East | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lalpura
Lalpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Raoti, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.3 km.
| 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 Petlawad to Lalpura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Lalpura 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 Lalpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lalpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lalpura
Where is Lalpura located?
Lalpura village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Lalpura is Bodayata.
What is the pincode of Lalpura?
The pincode of Lalpura is 457770.
What is the population of Lalpura?
Lalpura had a total population of 582, including 293 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Lalpura?
Lalpura had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lalpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalpura was 39.41%. Male literacy was 44.59% and female literacy was 34.55%.