Lakhaipur - Mohanpur, Gaya
Lakhaipur is a village situated in the Mohanpur subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohanpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Lakhaipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhaipur is 257199. The village covers a total geographical area of 541 hectares and falls under the 824232 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Lakhaipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakhaipur
As per Census 2011, Lakhaipur village has a total population of 6,077 people, consisting of 3,156 males and 2,921 females. The village has 860 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,766 literate and 3,311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,930 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhaipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,077 | 3,156 | 2,921 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,177 | 624 | 553 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,930 | 1,015 | 915 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,766 | 1,714 | 1,052 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,311 | 1,442 | 1,869 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhaipur
Lakhaipur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhat Bigha | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Dhanahari | North | 1.63 km |
| Sudia Gorail | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Rampur | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Amhara | South | 1.79 km |
| Simra | South | 1.82 km |
| Mohanpur | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Pathak Gorail | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Jogiya | East | 2.31 km |
| Siriyawan | West | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhaipur
Lakhaipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bansinala Halt, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.9 km.
| 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 Sherghati to Lakhaipur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Lakhaipur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhaipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhaipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakhaipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhaipur 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 Lakhaipur
Where is Lakhaipur located?
Lakhaipur village is located in Mohanpur Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhaipur?
Lakhaipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhaipur?
The pincode of Lakhaipur is 824232.
What is the population of Lakhaipur?
Lakhaipur has a total population of 6,077, including 3,156 males and 2,921 females.
How many households are there in Lakhaipur?
There are 860 households in Lakhaipur.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhaipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhaipur is 45.52%. Male literacy is 54.31% and female literacy is 36.02%.