Larua - Robertsganj, Sonbhadra
Larua is a village situated in the Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Robertsganj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Ledua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Larua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Larua is 213854. The village covers a total geographical area of 325.93 hectares and falls under the 231213 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Larua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Robertsganj Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Larua
As per Census 2011, Larua village has a total population of 2,203 people, consisting of 1,134 males and 1,069 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 452 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 954 literate and 1,249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 564 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Larua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,203 | 1,134 | 1,069 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 231 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 564 | 294 | 270 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 954 | 657 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,249 | 477 | 772 |
Nearby Villages of Larua
Larua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Turati | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Jagadish Pur | North | 1.34 km |
| Karawndia | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Bhaluahi Pandey | North | 2.31 km |
| Pandarkalna | East | 2.32 km |
| Raiagosane | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Majhidar | West | 2.69 km |
| Chaturbhujpur | North | 2.95 km |
| Bhikampur | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Chapail | North-West | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Larua
Larua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Churk, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.8 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 Sonbhadra to Larua is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Larua is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Larua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Larua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Larua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Larua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Larua
Where is Larua located?
Larua village is located in Robertsganj Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Larua?
The Gram Panchayat of Larua is Ledua.
What is the pincode of Larua?
The pincode of Larua is 231213.
What is the population of Larua?
Larua has a total population of 2,203, including 1,134 males and 1,069 females.
How many households are there in Larua?
There are 398 households in Larua.
What is the literacy rate in Larua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Larua is 43.30%. Male literacy is 57.94% and female literacy is 27.78%.