Lalpani - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Lalpani is a village situated in the Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawsynram and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalpani is 278730. The village falls under the 793106 pincode.
Lalpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawsynram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalpani
As per Census 2011, Lalpani village has a total population of 431 people, consisting of 235 males and 196 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 834 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 198 literate and 233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 226 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lalpani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 235 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 43 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 226 | 116 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 120 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 115 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Lalpani
Lalpani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Lalpani
Lalpani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Lalpani is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalpani 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lalpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalpani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lalpani
Where is Lalpani located?
Lalpani village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lalpani?
The pincode of Lalpani is 793106.
What is the population of Lalpani?
Lalpani has a total population of 431, including 235 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Lalpani?
There are 77 households in Lalpani.
What is the literacy rate in Lalpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalpani is 45.94%. Male literacy is 51.06% and female literacy is 39.80%.