Laharia - Farakka, Murshidabad
Laharia is a village situated in the Farakka subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Imamnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laharia is 313812. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.78 hectares and falls under the 742202 pincode. Dhulian is the nearest town.
Laharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Laharia
According to the 2011 Census, Laharia village had a total population of 1,184 people, including 613 males and 571 females, living in 233 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.46%, with male literacy at 64.07% and female literacy at 52.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 1,184 | 613 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 126 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 312 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 301 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Laharia
Laharia 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 Laharia
Public transport in the Laharia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Laharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Laharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Laharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laharia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Laharia
Where is Laharia located?
Laharia village is located in Farakka Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Laharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Laharia is Imamnagar.
What is the pincode of Laharia?
The pincode of Laharia is 742202.
What is the population of Laharia?
Laharia had a total population of 1,184, including 613 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Laharia?
Laharia had 233 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laharia was 58.46%. Male literacy was 64.07% and female literacy was 52.51%.