Lalpura - Shamgarh, Mandsaur
Lalpura is a village situated in the Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamgarh and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Asawati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lalpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalpura is 469487. The village covers a total geographical area of 219 hectares and falls under the 458883 pincode. Shamgarh is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Lalpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalpura
As per Census 2011, Lalpura village has a total population of 489 people, consisting of 240 males and 249 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 189 literate and 300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lalpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 489 | 240 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 52 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 130 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 110 | 190 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bapchya | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Gagsi | South | 1.87 km |
| Banjari | North | 1.92 km |
| Barni | West | 2.11 km |
| Ranayara | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Asawati | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Bawdikheda | North | 2.97 km |
| Amli | South | 3.35 km |
| Bhatuni | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Gopalpura | North | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lalpura
Lalpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shamgarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.0 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 Shamgarh to Lalpura is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Lalpura is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lalpura
Where is Lalpura located?
Lalpura village is located in Shamgarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Lalpura is Asawati.
What is the pincode of Lalpura?
The pincode of Lalpura is 458883.
What is the population of Lalpura?
Lalpura has a total population of 489, including 240 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Lalpura?
There are 88 households in Lalpura.
What is the literacy rate in Lalpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalpura is 38.65%. Male literacy is 54.17% and female literacy is 23.69%.