Lara
Lara is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.4km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 49.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Sonathali is the gram panchayat of Lara village.
Lara has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Lara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lara is 330792. The village spans a total geographical area of 521.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723130. R. N. Pur is nearest town to Lara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Lara
Population of Lara
Below is a concise population overview of Lara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,774 | 1,397 | 1,377 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 171 | 157 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,319 | 688 | 631 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,111 | 539 | 572 |
Literate Population | 1,762 | 1,047 | 715 |
Illiterate Population | 1,012 | 350 | 662 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lara village:
- The total population of Lara village is around 2,774, including approximately 1,397 males and 1,377 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 328 children aged 0–6 years in Lara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Lara village has 1,319 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,111 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Lara village is about 63.52%, with male literacy at 74.95% and female literacy at 51.92%.
- There are around 583 households in Lara village.
Connectivity of Lara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lara. As per the 2011 stats, Lara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lara
Knowing the nearby villages of Lara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lara
- Where is Lara located?
- Lara village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lara is Sonathali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Lara?
- The pincode of Lara is 723130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lara is 2,774, with 1,397 males and 1,377 females.
- How many households are there in Lara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lara village has a total of 583 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lara is 63.52%. The male literacy rate is 74.95%, while the female literacy rate is 51.92%.