Arazi Lalchandpur Village - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Arazi Lalchandpur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 60.6 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Basuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arazi Lalchandpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arazi Lalchandpur is 310571. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.71 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Arazi Lalchandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arazi Lalchandpur
As per Census 2011, Arazi Lalchandpur village has a total population of 584 people, consisting of 300 males and 284 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 309 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 380 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arazi Lalchandpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 584 | 300 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 197 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 175 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 125 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Arazi Lalchandpur
Arazi Lalchandpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bitur | North-West | 0.60 km |
| Baikunthapur | South | 0.82 km |
| Brahmanpara | West | 0.85 km |
| Lalchandrapur | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Bachhuria | South | 1.97 km |
| Abidpur | West | 2.52 km |
| Damahar | South | 2.53 km |
| Bhadra | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Madhabpur | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Latkeshabpur | South-West | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arazi Lalchandpur
Arazi Lalchandpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malancha, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Arazi Lalchandpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Arazi Lalchandpur is about 60.6 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 Arazi Lalchandpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arazi Lalchandpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Arazi Lalchandpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arazi Lalchandpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Arazi Lalchandpur
Where is Arazi Lalchandpur located?
Arazi Lalchandpur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arazi Lalchandpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Arazi Lalchandpur is Basuria.
What is the pincode of Arazi Lalchandpur?
The pincode of Arazi Lalchandpur is 733124.
What is the population of Arazi Lalchandpur?
Arazi Lalchandpur has a total population of 584, including 300 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Arazi Lalchandpur?
There are 128 households in Arazi Lalchandpur.
What is the literacy rate in Arazi Lalchandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arazi Lalchandpur is 52.91%. Male literacy is 58.33% and female literacy is 47.18%.