Lalgarh - Samana, Patiala
Lalgarh is a village situated in the Samana tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samana and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Lalgarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalgarh is 036198. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 147101 pincode. Samana is the nearest town.
Lalgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shutrana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Lalgarh village had a total population of 378 people, including 190 males and 188 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.71%, with male literacy at 63.01% and female literacy at 56.50%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 378 | 190 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 109 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 81 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Lalgarh
Lalgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kakra | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Bahadurgarh | North | 1.58 km |
| Fatehpur | South | 1.81 km |
| Nassupur | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Asarpur | East | 2.86 km |
| Todarpur | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Dullar | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Tarkhan Majra | North | 2.99 km |
| Danipur | West | 3.06 km |
| Saidipur | North-East | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lalgarh
Lalgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kalhe Majra, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Lalgarh is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lalgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalgarh 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lalgarh
Where is Lalgarh located?
Lalgarh village is located in Samana Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalgarh?
Lalgarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lalgarh?
The pincode of Lalgarh is 147101.
What is the population of Lalgarh?
Lalgarh had a total population of 378, including 190 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Lalgarh?
Lalgarh had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lalgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalgarh was 59.71%. Male literacy was 63.01% and female literacy was 56.50%.