Lankapara Hat - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Lankapara Hat is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Madarihat and around 77.3 km from Jalpaiguri . Lankapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lankapara Hat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lankapara Hat is 307075. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.3 hectares and falls under the 735228 pincode. Gairkata is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Lankapara Hat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lankapara Hat
According to the 2011 Census, Lankapara Hat village had a total population of 778 people, including 404 males and 374 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.83%, with male literacy at 71.79% and female literacy at 41.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 282.
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 | 778 | 404 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 53 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 146 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 252 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 152 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Lankapara Hat
Lankapara Hat 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 Lankapara Hat
Lankapara Hat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lankapara Hat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gairkata to Lankapara Hat is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Lankapara Hat is about 77.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lankapara Hat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lankapara Hat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lankapara Hat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lankapara Hat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lankapara Hat
Where is Lankapara Hat located?
Lankapara Hat village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lankapara Hat?
The Gram Panchayat of Lankapara Hat is Lankapara.
What is the pincode of Lankapara Hat?
The pincode of Lankapara Hat is 735228.
What is the population of Lankapara Hat?
Lankapara Hat had a total population of 778, including 404 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Lankapara Hat?
Lankapara Hat had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lankapara Hat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lankapara Hat was 56.83%. Male literacy was 71.79% and female literacy was 41.25%.