Lalpur - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Lalpur is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilli and around 18.4 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Dhalpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalpur is 310991. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.78 hectares and falls under the 733126 pincode. Balurjhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lalpur
As per Census 2011, Lalpur village has a total population of 1,972 people, consisting of 1,012 males and 960 females. The village has 484 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,288 literate and 684 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,052 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 425 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,972 | 1,012 | 960 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 97 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,052 | 537 | 515 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 425 | 213 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 1,288 | 711 | 577 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 301 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Lalpur
Lalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakdapat | South-West | 0.78 km |
| Uttar Jamalpur | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Srirampur | North | 1.16 km |
| Kismat Dapt | South | 1.20 km |
| Purbba Thakurpur | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Srikrishnapur | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Purba Kalikapur | East | 1.88 km |
| Dhalpara | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Chapahat | West | 1.94 km |
| Dabra | West | 1.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lalpur
Lalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.9 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 Balurjhat to Lalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Lalpur is about 18.4 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Lalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lalpur
Where is Lalpur located?
Lalpur village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lalpur is Dhalpara.
What is the pincode of Lalpur?
The pincode of Lalpur is 733126.
What is the population of Lalpur?
Lalpur has a total population of 1,972, including 1,012 males and 960 females.
How many households are there in Lalpur?
There are 484 households in Lalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Lalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalpur is 65.31%. Male literacy is 70.26% and female literacy is 60.10%.