Laugram - Kotulpur, Bankura
Laugram is a village situated in the Kotulpur subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Lowgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laugram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laugram is 327917. The village covers a total geographical area of 737.34 hectares and falls under the 722141 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Laugram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indus Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bishnupur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laugram
As per Census 2011, Laugram village has a total population of 4,469 people, consisting of 2,285 males and 2,184 females. The village has 947 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 524 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,728 literate and 1,741 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laugram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,469 | 2,285 | 2,184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 524 | 257 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,116 | 1,594 | 1,522 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 2,728 | 1,580 | 1,148 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,741 | 705 | 1,036 |
Nearby Villages of Laugram
Laugram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shimdal | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Gachhgere | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Fatepur | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Malikpara | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Padma | West | 1.81 km |
| Panna | East | 1.91 km |
| Dashere | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Bener Chak | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Amdai | North | 2.31 km |
| Haldar Chak | North-West | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laugram
Laugram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barddhaman Jn, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Arambagh to Laugram is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laugram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laugram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Laugram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laugram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Laugram
Where is Laugram located?
Laugram village is located in Kotulpur Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laugram?
The Gram Panchayat of Laugram is Lowgram.
What is the pincode of Laugram?
The pincode of Laugram is 722141.
What is the population of Laugram?
Laugram has a total population of 4,469, including 2,285 males and 2,184 females.
How many households are there in Laugram?
There are 947 households in Laugram.
What is the literacy rate in Laugram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laugram is 61.04%. Male literacy is 69.15% and female literacy is 52.56%.