Laphada

Laphada is a village located in Jaitpur tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Jaitpur (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Shahdol. As per 2009 stats, Lafda is the gram panchayat of Laphada village.

Laphada has its own place in the vibrant Shahdol 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 Laphada

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Laphada is 501553. The village spans a total geographical area of 656.35 hectares. Shahdol is nearest town to Laphada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

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Population of Laphada

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,603 821 782
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 177 90 87
Scheduled Castes (SC) 204 109 95
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,144 577 567
Literate Population 967 565 402
Illiterate Population 636 256 380

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

  • The total population of Laphada village is around 1,603, including approximately 821 males and 782 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 177 children aged 0–6 years in Laphada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Laphada village has 204 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,144 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Laphada village is about 60.32%, with male literacy at 68.82% and female literacy at 51.41%.
  • There are around 431 households in Laphada village.

Connectivity of Laphada

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Laphada. As per the 2011 stats, Laphada 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Laphada

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Laphada

Where is Laphada located?
Laphada village is situated in Jaitpur Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laphada?
The Gram Panchayat of Laphada is Lafda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Laphada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Laphada is 1,603, with 821 males and 782 females.
How many households are there in Laphada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Laphada village has a total of 431 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laphada as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Laphada is 60.32%. The male literacy rate is 68.82%, while the female literacy rate is 51.41%.