Lapara - Keshpur, Paschim Medinipur
Lapara is a village situated in the Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Amanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lapara is 338161. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.39 hectares and falls under the 721260 pincode. Chandrakona is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Lapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lapara
According to the 2011 Census, Lapara village had a total population of 499 people, including 260 males and 239 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 99.13%, with male literacy at 98.31% and female literacy at 100.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 499 | 260 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 233 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 27 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Lapara
Lapara 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 Lapara
Lapara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandrakona to Lapara is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lapara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lapara
Where is Lapara located?
Lapara village is located in Keshpur Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Lapara is Amanpur.
What is the pincode of Lapara?
The pincode of Lapara is 721260.
What is the population of Lapara?
Lapara had a total population of 499, including 260 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Lapara?
Lapara had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lapara was 99.13%. Male literacy was 98.31% and female literacy was 100.00%.