Lalpur - Colonelganj, Gonda
Lalpur is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Lalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalpur is 174822. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.93 hectares and falls under the 271126 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalpur
As per Census 2011, Lalpur village has a total population of 1,903 people, consisting of 1,020 males and 883 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 354 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 989 literate and 914 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,903 | 1,020 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 184 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 989 | 684 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 914 | 336 | 578 |
Nearby Villages of Lalpur
Lalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Maholiya | East | 1.42 km |
| Sisai Joga | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Singh Pur | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Sarbang Pur | South | 1.84 km |
| Ranjeetpur | North | 1.94 km |
| Nakaha | West | 1.99 km |
| Tilka | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Babupur | North | 2.93 km |
| Bikarwa | West | 3.05 km |
| Gandahi | East | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lalpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lalpur. The nearest railway station is Kathola, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gonda to Lalpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lalpur
Where is Lalpur located?
Lalpur village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalpur?
Lalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lalpur?
The pincode of Lalpur is 271126.
What is the population of Lalpur?
Lalpur has a total population of 1,903, including 1,020 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Lalpur?
There are 297 households in Lalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Lalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalpur is 51.97%. Male literacy is 67.06% and female literacy is 34.54%.