Lasurgaon - Vaijapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Lasurgaon is a village situated in the Vaijapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from Vaijapur and around 88 km from Aurangabad. Lasurgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lasurgaon is 549121. The village covers a total geographical area of 2096.39 hectares and falls under the 423702 pincode. Vaijapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Lasurgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lasurgaon
As per Census 2011, Lasurgaon village has a total population of 5,687 people, consisting of 2,899 males and 2,788 females. The village has 1,114 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 833 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,466 literate and 2,221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 423 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 357 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lasurgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,687 | 2,899 | 2,788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 833 | 425 | 408 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 423 | 208 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 357 | 184 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 3,466 | 1,975 | 1,491 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,221 | 924 | 1,297 |
Nearby Villages of Lasurgaon
Lasurgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonwadi | North | 2.38 km |
| Rahegaon | North | 2.74 km |
| Hadas Pimpalgaon | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Amanatpurwadi | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Rajura | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Undirwadi | North | 3.85 km |
| Anantpur | East | 4.05 km |
| Shahjatpur | South | 4.14 km |
| Pashapur | North | 4.33 km |
| Vairagad | North-East | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lasurgaon
Lasurgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lasur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vaijapur to Lasurgaon is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Lasurgaon is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lasurgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lasurgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lasurgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lasurgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lasurgaon
Where is Lasurgaon located?
Lasurgaon village is located in Vaijapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lasurgaon?
Lasurgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lasurgaon?
The pincode of Lasurgaon is 423702.
What is the population of Lasurgaon?
Lasurgaon has a total population of 5,687, including 2,899 males and 2,788 females.
How many households are there in Lasurgaon?
There are 1,114 households in Lasurgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Lasurgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lasurgaon is 60.95%. Male literacy is 68.13% and female literacy is 53.48%.