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
As per Census 2011, Lankajan village has a total population of 3,483 people, consisting of 1,734 males and 1,749 females. The village has 576 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 735 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,820 literate and 1,663 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lankajan are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 3,483, including 1,734 males and 1,749 females.
How many households are there in Lankajan?
There are 576 households in Lankajan.
What is the literacy rate in Lankajan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lankajan is 52.25%. Male literacy is 55.77% and female literacy is 48.77%.