Lasara Kala - Martinganjon, Azamgarh
Lasara Kala is a village situated in the Martinganjon tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Phulpur and around 40 km from Azamgarh. Lasara Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lasara Kala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lasara Kala is 195166. The village covers a total geographical area of 494.01 hectares and falls under the 223224 pincode. Saraipeer is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Lasara Kala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lasara Kala
As per Census 2011, Lasara Kala village has a total population of 2,359 people, consisting of 1,104 males and 1,255 females. The village has 293 households and a sex ratio of 1,136 females per 1,000 males. There are 341 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,348 literate and 1,011 illiterate residents. Additionally, 615 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lasara Kala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,359 | 1,104 | 1,255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 169 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 615 | 275 | 340 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,348 | 739 | 609 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,011 | 365 | 646 |
Nearby Villages of Lasara Kala
Lasara Kala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jethahari | North | 1.48 km |
| Basti Kapuri | West | 1.94 km |
| Khamauli | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Lasara Khurd | South | 2.20 km |
| Narwey | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Bhopalpur | East | 2.68 km |
| Muftipur | South | 2.70 km |
| Siswara | North | 3.05 km |
| Bagpur | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Aurangabad | North-West | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lasara Kala
Lasara Kala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sarai Mir, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saraipeer to Lasara Kala is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Lasara Kala is about 40 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 Lasara Kala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lasara Kala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lasara Kala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lasara Kala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lasara Kala
Where is Lasara Kala located?
Lasara Kala village is located in Martinganjon Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lasara Kala?
The Gram Panchayat of Lasara Kala is Lasara Kalan.
What is the pincode of Lasara Kala?
The pincode of Lasara Kala is 223224.
What is the population of Lasara Kala?
Lasara Kala has a total population of 2,359, including 1,104 males and 1,255 females.
How many households are there in Lasara Kala?
There are 293 households in Lasara Kala.
What is the literacy rate in Lasara Kala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lasara Kala is 57.14%. Male literacy is 66.94% and female literacy is 48.53%.