Lakhma - Rajpur, Buxar
Lakhma is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Dulfa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhma is 248639. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Lakhma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakhma
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhma village had a total population of 73 people, including 37 males and 36 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.32%, with male literacy at 63.33% and female literacy at 55.17%.
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 | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 18 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhma
Lakhma 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 Lakhma
Lakhma is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lakhma.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Lakhma is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhma
Where is Lakhma located?
Lakhma village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhma?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhma is Dulfa.
What is the pincode of Lakhma?
The pincode of Lakhma is 802122.
What is the population of Lakhma?
Lakhma had a total population of 73, including 37 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Lakhma?
Lakhma had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhma was 59.32%. Male literacy was 63.33% and female literacy was 55.17%.