Lankajan - Lanka, Hojai
Lankajan is a village situated in the Lanka subdivision of Hojai district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from Hojai and around 75 km from Nagaon. Farmapar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lankajan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lankajan is 285181. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.62 hectares and falls under the 782446 pincode. Hojai is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Lankajan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hojai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lankajan
According to the 2011 Census, Lankajan village had a total population of 3,483 people, including 1,734 males and 1,749 females, living in 576 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.23%, with male literacy at 70.74% and female literacy at 61.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 3,483 | 1,734 | 1,749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 735 | 367 | 368 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,820 | 967 | 853 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,663 | 767 | 896 |
Transport and Connectivity of Lankajan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Lankajan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hojai to Lankajan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Lankajan is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lankajan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lankajan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lankajan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lankajan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lankajan
Where is Lankajan located?
Lankajan village is located in Lanka Subdivision, Hojai district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lankajan?
The Gram Panchayat of Lankajan is Farmapar.
What is the pincode of Lankajan?
The pincode of Lankajan is 782446.
What is the population of Lankajan?
Lankajan had a total population of 3,483, including 1,734 males and 1,749 females.
How many households are there in Lankajan?
Lankajan had 576 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lankajan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lankajan was 66.23%. Male literacy was 70.74% and female literacy was 61.77%.