Lalpur - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Lalpur is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Bujhiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalpur is 132876. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.4 hectares and falls under the 242405 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Lalpur 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 Powayan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Lalpur village had a total population of 775 people, including 402 males and 373 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.69%, with male literacy at 83.92% and female literacy at 60.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 775 | 402 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 60 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 287 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 115 | 181 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Lalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Shahganj to Lalpur is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Lalpur is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lalpur
Where is Lalpur located?
Lalpur village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lalpur is Bujhiya.
What is the pincode of Lalpur?
The pincode of Lalpur is 242405.
What is the population of Lalpur?
Lalpur had a total population of 775, including 402 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Lalpur?
Lalpur had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalpur was 72.69%. Male literacy was 83.92% and female literacy was 60.57%.