Laskarpur - Falta, South 24 Parganas
Laskarpur is a village situated in the Falta subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.6 km from Falta and around 36.6 km from Alipore. Debipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laskarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laskarpur is 334265. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.75 hectares and falls under the 743504 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Laskarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Laskarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Laskarpur village had a total population of 874 people, including 455 males and 419 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.23%, with male literacy at 88.40% and female literacy at 67.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 874.
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 | 874 | 455 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 874 | 455 | 419 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 358 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 97 | 166 |
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
Public transport in the Laskarpur is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour 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 36.6 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Laskarpur
Where is Laskarpur located?
Laskarpur village is located in Falta Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Laskarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Laskarpur is Debipur.
What is the pincode of Laskarpur?
The pincode of Laskarpur is 743504.
What is the population of Laskarpur?
Laskarpur had a total population of 874, including 455 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Laskarpur?
Laskarpur had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laskarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laskarpur was 78.23%. Male literacy was 88.40% and female literacy was 67.29%.