Lalchandrapur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Lalchandrapur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 54.9 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Basuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lalchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalchandrapur is 310568. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.84 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lalchandrapur 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 Lalchandrapur
As per Census 2011, Lalchandrapur village has a total population of 1,320 people, consisting of 678 males and 642 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 887 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lalchandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,320 | 678 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 96 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 887 | 472 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 206 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Lalchandrapur
Lalchandrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Brahmanpara | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Baikunthapur | East | 1.32 km |
| Abidpur | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Madhabpur | West | 1.40 km |
| Arazi Lalchandpur | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Bitur | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Latkeshabpur | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Damahar | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Bachhuria | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Harishpur | South | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lalchandrapur
Lalchandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.3 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 Lalchandrapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Lalchandrapur is about 54.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalchandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalchandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lalchandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalchandrapur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Lalchandrapur
Where is Lalchandrapur located?
Lalchandrapur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lalchandrapur is Basuria.
What is the pincode of Lalchandrapur?
The pincode of Lalchandrapur is 733124.
What is the population of Lalchandrapur?
Lalchandrapur has a total population of 1,320, including 678 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Lalchandrapur?
There are 302 households in Lalchandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Lalchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalchandrapur is 67.20%. Male literacy is 69.62% and female literacy is 64.64%.