Lapalang - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Lapalang is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lapalang is 279015. The village falls under the 793110 pincode.
Lapalang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Pynursla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lapalang
As per Census 2011, Lapalang village has a total population of 1,753 people, consisting of 874 males and 879 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,109 literate and 644 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,753 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lapalang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,753 | 874 | 879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 160 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,753 | 874 | 879 |
| Literate Population | 1,109 | 542 | 567 |
| Illiterate Population | 644 | 332 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Lapalang
Lapalang 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 Lapalang
Lapalang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Lapalang is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lapalang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lapalang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lapalang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lapalang 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 Lapalang
Where is Lapalang located?
Lapalang village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lapalang?
The pincode of Lapalang is 793110.
What is the population of Lapalang?
Lapalang has a total population of 1,753, including 874 males and 879 females.
How many households are there in Lapalang?
There are 297 households in Lapalang.
What is the literacy rate in Lapalang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lapalang is 63.26%. Male literacy is 62.01% and female literacy is 64.51%.