Lahiripur - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Lahiripur is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.2 km from Gosaba and around 108 km from Alipore. Lahiripur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lahiripur is 335169. The village covers a total geographical area of 851.05 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Lahiripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lahiripur
As per Census 2011, Lahiripur village has a total population of 6,851 people, consisting of 3,478 males and 3,373 females. The village has 1,745 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 701 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,311 literate and 1,540 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6,609 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lahiripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,851 | 3,478 | 3,373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 701 | 347 | 354 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6,609 | 3,371 | 3,238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 5,311 | 2,884 | 2,427 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,540 | 594 | 946 |
Nearby Villages of Lahiripur
Lahiripur 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 Lahiripur
Lahiripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Canning to Lahiripur is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Lahiripur is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lahiripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lahiripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lahiripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lahiripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lahiripur
Where is Lahiripur located?
Lahiripur village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lahiripur?
Lahiripur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lahiripur?
The pincode of Lahiripur is 743370.
What is the population of Lahiripur?
Lahiripur has a total population of 6,851, including 3,478 males and 3,373 females.
How many households are there in Lahiripur?
There are 1,745 households in Lahiripur.
What is the literacy rate in Lahiripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lahiripur is 77.52%. Male literacy is 82.92% and female literacy is 71.95%.