Lalgere - Salbani, Paschim Medinipur
Lalgere is a village situated in the Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Lalgeria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lalgere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalgere is 338830. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.66 hectares and falls under the 721147 pincode. Medinipur is the nearest town.
Lalgere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalgere
As per Census 2011, Lalgere village has a total population of 1,099 people, consisting of 542 males and 557 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 683 literate and 416 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 212 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lalgere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,099 | 542 | 557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 112 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 683 | 370 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 172 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Lalgere
Lalgere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Benagere | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Pirakata | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Dubrusol | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Bagasol | South | 1.51 km |
| Chakajharia | North | 1.53 km |
| Jorakusumi | East | 1.93 km |
| Bankisol | West | 2.07 km |
| Pathra | North | 2.32 km |
| Khandibandh | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Kendasol | South | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lalgere
Lalgere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Salboni, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.2 km.
| 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 | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Lalgere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalgere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lalgere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalgere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lalgere
Where is Lalgere located?
Lalgere village is located in Salbani Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalgere?
The Gram Panchayat of Lalgere is Lalgeria.
What is the pincode of Lalgere?
The pincode of Lalgere is 721147.
What is the population of Lalgere?
Lalgere has a total population of 1,099, including 542 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Lalgere?
There are 198 households in Lalgere.
What is the literacy rate in Lalgere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalgere is 62.15%. Male literacy is 68.27% and female literacy is 56.19%.