Lakhan Dehra - Dumraon, Buxar
Lakhan Dehra is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Lakhan Dihra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhan Dehra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhan Dehra is 248148. The village covers a total geographical area of 441.6 hectares and falls under the 802119 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Lakhan Dehra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dumraon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhan Dehra
As per Census 2011, Lakhan Dehra village has a total population of 3,149 people, consisting of 1,593 males and 1,556 females. The village has 577 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 564 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,651 literate and 1,498 illiterate residents. Additionally, 759 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhan Dehra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,149 | 1,593 | 1,556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 564 | 284 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 759 | 401 | 358 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 1,651 | 1,006 | 645 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,498 | 587 | 911 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhan Dehra
Lakhan Dehra 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 Lakhan Dehra
Lakhan Dehra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Lakhan Dehra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Lakhan Dehra is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Lakhan Dehra is about 28 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 Lakhan Dehra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhan Dehra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakhan Dehra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhan Dehra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lakhan Dehra
Where is Lakhan Dehra located?
Lakhan Dehra village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhan Dehra?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhan Dehra is Lakhan Dihra.
What is the pincode of Lakhan Dehra?
The pincode of Lakhan Dehra is 802119.
What is the population of Lakhan Dehra?
Lakhan Dehra has a total population of 3,149, including 1,593 males and 1,556 females.
How many households are there in Lakhan Dehra?
There are 577 households in Lakhan Dehra.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhan Dehra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhan Dehra is 52.43%. Male literacy is 63.15% and female literacy is 41.45%.