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 Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Lahiripur
According to the 2011 Census, Lahiripur village had a total population of 6,851 people, including 3,478 males and 3,373 females, living in 1,745 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.36%, with male literacy at 92.11% and female literacy at 80.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6,609, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 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 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 6,851, including 3,478 males and 3,373 females.
How many households are there in Lahiripur?
Lahiripur had 1,745 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lahiripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lahiripur was 86.36%. Male literacy was 92.11% and female literacy was 80.39%.