Lalpur - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Lalpur is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Lalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalpur is 187228. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.47 hectares and falls under the 273404 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 36 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 Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Lalpur village had a total population of 553 people, including 285 males and 268 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.84%, with male literacy at 86.12% and female literacy at 62.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 553 | 285 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 211 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 74 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Lalpur
Lalpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Lalpur
Lalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Lalpur is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lalpur
Where is Lalpur located?
Lalpur village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur 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 273404.
What is the population of Lalpur?
Lalpur had a total population of 553, including 285 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Lalpur?
Lalpur had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalpur was 74.84%. Male literacy was 86.12% and female literacy was 62.93%.