Laskarpur - Manteswar, Purba Bardhaman
Laskarpur is a village situated in the Manteswar subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.8 km from Manteswar. Jamna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laskarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laskarpur is 319724. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.19 hectares and falls under the 713422 pincode. Memari is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Laskarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Monteswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laskarpur
As per Census 2011, Laskarpur village has a total population of 1,091 people, consisting of 568 males and 523 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 770 literate and 321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laskarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,091 | 568 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 73 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 73 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 416 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 152 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Laskarpur
Laskarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangania | North-West | 0.96 km |
| Dirghapara | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Baradhek | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Kule | South | 1.85 km |
| Mirgahar | North | 2.08 km |
| Barandala | West | 2.14 km |
| Satgaria | East | 2.67 km |
| Shele | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Kharashgram | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Bagiara | East | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laskarpur
Public transport in the Laskarpur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Samudragarh, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Memari to Laskarpur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laskarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laskarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Laskarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laskarpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Laskarpur
Where is Laskarpur located?
Laskarpur village is located in Manteswar Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laskarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Laskarpur is Jamna.
What is the pincode of Laskarpur?
The pincode of Laskarpur is 713422.
What is the population of Laskarpur?
Laskarpur has a total population of 1,091, including 568 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Laskarpur?
There are 245 households in Laskarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Laskarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laskarpur is 70.58%. Male literacy is 73.24% and female literacy is 67.69%.