Layara

Layara is a village located in Para subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.2km away from sub-district headquarter Para (tehsildar office) and 24.3km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Jabarrah Jhapra Ii is the gram panchayat of Layara village.

Layara 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 Layara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Layara is 330120. The village spans a total geographical area of 209.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723126. Purulia is nearest town to Layara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Layara

Below is a concise population overview of Layara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 891 464 427
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 134 70 64
Scheduled Castes (SC) 344 184 160
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 517 328 189
Illiterate Population 374 136 238

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Layara village:

  • The total population of Layara village is around 891, including approximately 464 males and 427 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 134 children aged 0–6 years in Layara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Layara village has 344 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Layara village is about 58.02%, with male literacy at 70.69% and female literacy at 44.26%.
  • There are around 193 households in Layara village.

Connectivity of Layara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Layara. As per the 2011 stats, Layara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Layara

Knowing the nearby villages of Layara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Layara.

Jabarra Jhanpara Tentulyabaid Bagalia Phusrabaid Baishyakuli Maldi Anara Ranipur Palma Amlatora

Frequently Asked Questions about Layara

Where is Layara located?
Layara village is situated in Para Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Layara?
The Gram Panchayat of Layara is Jabarrah Jhapra Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Layara?
The pincode of Layara is 723126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Layara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Layara is 891, with 464 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Layara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Layara village has a total of 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Layara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Layara is 58.02%. The male literacy rate is 70.69%, while the female literacy rate is 44.26%.