Lachhminia - Ladania, Madhubani
Lachhminia is a village situated in the Ladania subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ladania and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Lachhminia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachhminia is 219967. The village covers a total geographical area of 610 hectares and falls under the 847232 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Lachhminia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lachhminia
As per Census 2011, Lachhminia village has a total population of 5,397 people, consisting of 2,764 males and 2,633 females. The village has 967 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,016 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,369 literate and 3,028 illiterate residents. Additionally, 620 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachhminia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,397 | 2,764 | 2,633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,016 | 537 | 479 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 620 | 316 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,369 | 1,549 | 820 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,028 | 1,215 | 1,813 |
Nearby Villages of Lachhminia
Lachhminia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahtha | West | 1.45 km |
| Mahua | West | 3.07 km |
| Piprahi | East | 3.61 km |
| Garha | South-East | 4.33 km |
| Chiknautwa | South-West | 4.93 km |
| Sidhapa | South | 5.03 km |
| Belahi | South-East | 5.63 km |
| Kamtaulia | West | 5.66 km |
| Kumarkhad | West | 5.76 km |
| Dharamban | South-West | 6.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lachhminia
Lachhminia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khutauna, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jainagar to Lachhminia is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Lachhminia is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lachhminia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachhminia 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lachhminia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachhminia 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lachhminia
Where is Lachhminia located?
Lachhminia village is located in Ladania Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachhminia?
Lachhminia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lachhminia?
The pincode of Lachhminia is 847232.
What is the population of Lachhminia?
Lachhminia has a total population of 5,397, including 2,764 males and 2,633 females.
How many households are there in Lachhminia?
There are 967 households in Lachhminia.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhminia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhminia is 43.89%. Male literacy is 56.04% and female literacy is 31.14%.