Laugachhi - Haroa, North 24 Parganas
Laugachhi is a village situated in the Haroa subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.9 km from Haroa. Kulti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laugachhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laugachhi is 323694. The village covers a total geographical area of 220.69 hectares and falls under the 743611 pincode. Ghatakpukur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Laugachhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Minakhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laugachhi
As per Census 2011, Laugachhi village has a total population of 4,540 people, consisting of 2,345 males and 2,195 females. The village has 910 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 684 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,833 literate and 1,707 illiterate residents. Additionally, 567 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laugachhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,540 | 2,345 | 2,195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 684 | 360 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 567 | 306 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,833 | 1,595 | 1,238 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,707 | 750 | 957 |
Nearby Villages of Laugachhi
Laugachhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tentultala | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Samaspur | North | 1.33 km |
| Shibpur | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Tegharia | North | 1.88 km |
| Pipuldaha | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Rangsara | West | 2.44 km |
| Garabad | South | 2.53 km |
| Laugachhi Abad | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Makhali | North | 2.79 km |
| Bamanpukuria | East | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laugachhi
Public transport in the Laugachhi is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Harua Road, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.4 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 Ghatakpukur to Laugachhi is about 16 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 Laugachhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laugachhi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Laugachhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laugachhi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Laugachhi
Where is Laugachhi located?
Laugachhi village is located in Haroa Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laugachhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Laugachhi is Kulti.
What is the pincode of Laugachhi?
The pincode of Laugachhi is 743611.
What is the population of Laugachhi?
Laugachhi has a total population of 4,540, including 2,345 males and 2,195 females.
How many households are there in Laugachhi?
There are 910 households in Laugachhi.
What is the literacy rate in Laugachhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laugachhi is 62.40%. Male literacy is 68.02% and female literacy is 56.40%.