Laing Puri - Chandpur, Bijnor
Laing Puri is a village situated in the Chandpur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandpur and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Shekhpurichaohad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laing Puri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laing Puri is 114153. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.95 hectares and falls under the 246725 pincode. Chandpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Laing Puri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bijnor Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laing Puri
According to the 2011 Census, Laing Puri village had a total population of 663 people, including 343 males and 320 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.84%, with male literacy at 70.93% and female literacy at 41.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 663 | 343 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 205 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 138 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Laing Puri
Laing Puri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Orangpur Jogi Pura | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Shekhpuri Chauhar | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Bhogpur | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Bhagora | East | 1.73 km |
| Jatola | South | 1.80 km |
| Saktalpur | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Paharpur Khurd | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Husainpur Khasa | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Saktalpur Milak | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Jafrabad | West | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laing Puri
Laing Puri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bagarpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chandpur to Laing Puri is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Laing Puri is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laing Puri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laing Puri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Laing Puri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laing Puri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Laing Puri
Where is Laing Puri located?
Laing Puri village is located in Chandpur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Laing Puri?
The Gram Panchayat of Laing Puri is Shekhpurichaohad.
What is the pincode of Laing Puri?
The pincode of Laing Puri is 246725.
What is the population of Laing Puri?
Laing Puri had a total population of 663, including 343 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Laing Puri?
Laing Puri had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laing Puri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laing Puri was 56.84%. Male literacy was 70.93% and female literacy was 41.97%.