Labhera Purohit - Meerganj, Bareilly
Labhera Purohit is a village situated in the Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meerganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Thiria Buzurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Labhera Purohit village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Labhera Purohit is 129756. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.38 hectares and falls under the 243501 pincode. Meerganj is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Labhera Purohit village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Meerganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bareilly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Labhera Purohit
As per Census 2011, Labhera Purohit village has a total population of 458 people, consisting of 245 males and 213 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 136 literate and 322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Labhera Purohit are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 458 | 245 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 55 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 82 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 163 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Labhera Purohit
Labhera Purohit 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambarpur | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Gora Loknathpur Ehatmali | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Thiria Buzurg | East | 1.92 km |
| Karura Bhagwanpur | North | 2.21 km |
| Rautapur | South | 2.63 km |
| Bhoora | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Guberhai | West | 2.80 km |
| Gahabara | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Gora Loknathpur Mustakil | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Mohammadganj Ehatmali | South-East | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Labhera Purohit
Labhera Purohit is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhitaura, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Meerganj to Labhera Purohit is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Labhera Purohit is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Labhera Purohit
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Labhera Purohit village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Labhera Purohit
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Labhera Purohit village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Labhera Purohit
Where is Labhera Purohit located?
Labhera Purohit village is located in Meerganj Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Labhera Purohit?
The Gram Panchayat of Labhera Purohit is Thiria Buzurg.
What is the pincode of Labhera Purohit?
The pincode of Labhera Purohit is 243501.
What is the population of Labhera Purohit?
Labhera Purohit has a total population of 458, including 245 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Labhera Purohit?
There are 80 households in Labhera Purohit.
What is the literacy rate in Labhera Purohit?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Labhera Purohit is 29.69%. Male literacy is 33.47% and female literacy is 25.35%.