Launda - Kunda, Pratapgarh
Launda is a village situated in the Kunda tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunda and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Launda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Launda is 158354. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.74 hectares and falls under the 230202 pincode. Manikpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Launda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Launda
As per Census 2011, Launda village has a total population of 770 people, consisting of 368 males and 402 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 439 literate and 331 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Launda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 770 | 368 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 52 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 118 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 252 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 116 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Launda
Launda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keshavpur | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Chak Abdulgani | South-West | 1.11 km |
| Sahili | East | 1.20 km |
| Dandauli | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Randhauli | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Mohtarimpur | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Jadaupatti | West | 1.65 km |
| Allopur Bukhari | South | 1.69 km |
| Karimnagar Kala | North | 1.86 km |
| Ama Asbhaun | South-West | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Launda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Launda. The nearest railway station is Garhi Manikpur, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manikpur to Launda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pratapgarh to Launda is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Launda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Launda 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Launda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Launda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Launda
Where is Launda located?
Launda village is located in Kunda Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Launda?
Launda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Launda?
The pincode of Launda is 230202.
What is the population of Launda?
Launda has a total population of 770, including 368 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Launda?
There are 143 households in Launda.
What is the literacy rate in Launda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Launda is 57.01%. Male literacy is 68.48% and female literacy is 46.52%.