Lafan

Lafan is a village located in Ghughari tehsil of Mandla district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Ghughari (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Mandla. As per 2009 stats, Lafan village is also a gram panchayat.

Lafan has its own place in the vibrant Mandla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lafan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lafan is 493150. The village spans a total geographical area of 522.93 hectares. Mandla is nearest town to Lafan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.

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Population of Lafan

Below is a concise population overview of Lafan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 988 478 510
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 139 65 74
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 874 424 450
Literate Population 468 290 178
Illiterate Population 520 188 332

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lafan village:

  • The total population of Lafan village is around 988, including approximately 478 males and 510 females, with a sex ratio of 1066 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 139 children aged 0–6 years in Lafan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lafan village has 874 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Lafan village is about 47.37%, with male literacy at 60.67% and female literacy at 34.90%.
  • There are around 242 households in Lafan village.

Connectivity of Lafan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lafan. As per the 2011 stats, Lafan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Lafan

Knowing the nearby villages of Lafan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lafan.

Ilahi Mahli Umariya Salheghori Khoda Khudra Dundi Bhonkadeori Ludhiya Alias Imlitola Ishwarpur Jogi Ludhiya Simariya

Frequently Asked Questions about Lafan

Where is Lafan located?
Lafan village is situated in Ghughari Tehsil, within the Mandla district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lafan?
Lafan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Lafan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lafan is 988, with 478 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Lafan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lafan village has a total of 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lafan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lafan is 47.37%. The male literacy rate is 60.67%, while the female literacy rate is 34.90%.