Laskarpur - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Laskarpur is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.9 km from Dongaria and around 27.4 km from Alipore. Naskarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laskarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laskarpur is 333374. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.96 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laskarpur
As per Census 2011, Laskarpur village has a total population of 2,495 people, consisting of 1,255 males and 1,240 females. The village has 563 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 327 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,674 literate and 821 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laskarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,495 | 1,255 | 1,240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 158 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 1,674 | 885 | 789 |
| Illiterate Population | 821 | 370 | 451 |
Nearby Villages of Laskarpur
Laskarpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Laskarpur
Laskarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dakshin Raipur to Laskarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Laskarpur is about 27.4 km, with the usual travel time 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Laskarpur
Where is Laskarpur located?
Laskarpur village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laskarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Laskarpur is Naskarpur.
What is the pincode of Laskarpur?
The pincode of Laskarpur is 743318.
What is the population of Laskarpur?
Laskarpur has a total population of 2,495, including 1,255 males and 1,240 females.
How many households are there in Laskarpur?
There are 563 households in Laskarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Laskarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laskarpur is 67.09%. Male literacy is 70.52% and female literacy is 63.63%.