Laichhanpur - Tamluk, Purba Medinipur
Laichhanpur is a village situated in the Tamluk subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.9 km from Tamluk, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Anantapur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laichhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laichhanpur is 344499. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.63 hectares and falls under the 721649 pincode. Tamluk is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Laichhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Moyna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tamluk Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laichhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Laichhanpur village had a total population of 1,857 people, including 978 males and 879 females, living in 414 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.14%, with male literacy at 93.71% and female literacy at 73.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 1,857 | 978 | 879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 104 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 55 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,385 | 819 | 566 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 159 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Laichhanpur
Laichhanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barborya Paikbor | East | 0.54 km |
| Shalikadhanichak | West | 0.93 km |
| Rajnagar Baharjala | South | 1.17 km |
| Barbarya | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Shalikagarchak | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Kankurkhana | North | 2.00 km |
| Nijjote Garupota | West | 2.17 km |
| Gopinath Bhitarjala | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Asudapaikbar | West | 2.39 km |
| Putputya | South | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laichhanpur
Laichhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajgoda, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tamluk to Laichhanpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tamluk to Laichhanpur is about 15.5 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laichhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laichhanpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Laichhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laichhanpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Laichhanpur
Where is Laichhanpur located?
Laichhanpur village is located in Tamluk Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laichhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Laichhanpur is Anantapur-ii.
What is the pincode of Laichhanpur?
The pincode of Laichhanpur is 721649.
What is the population of Laichhanpur?
Laichhanpur had a total population of 1,857, including 978 males and 879 females.
How many households are there in Laichhanpur?
Laichhanpur had 414 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laichhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laichhanpur was 84.14%. Male literacy was 93.71% and female literacy was 73.32%.