Laksena - Phulparas, Madhubani
Laksena is a village situated in the Phulparas subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulparas and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Dharmdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laksena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laksena is 220130. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.4 hectares and falls under the 847402 pincode. Ghoghardiha is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Laksena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laksena
According to the 2011 Census, Laksena village had a total population of 1,656 people, including 861 males and 795 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.01%, with male literacy at 73.87% and female literacy at 40.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 223, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,656 | 861 | 795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 130 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 126 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 818 | 540 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 838 | 321 | 517 |
Nearby Villages of Laksena
Laksena 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharamdiha | East | 1.62 km |
| Mahindwar | South | 1.79 km |
| Bachhauni | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Jalsain | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Baika | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Maini | North | 2.51 km |
| Saini | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Az Rakbe Maini | North | 2.67 km |
| Jamaila | North | 3.08 km |
| Toufir | North-East | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laksena
Public transport in the Laksena is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vachaspati Nagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.0 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghoghardiha to Laksena is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Laksena 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 Laksena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laksena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Laksena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laksena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Laksena
Where is Laksena located?
Laksena village is located in Phulparas Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laksena?
The Gram Panchayat of Laksena is Dharmdiha.
What is the pincode of Laksena?
The pincode of Laksena is 847402.
What is the population of Laksena?
Laksena had a total population of 1,656, including 861 males and 795 females.
How many households are there in Laksena?
Laksena had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laksena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laksena was 58.01%. Male literacy was 73.87% and female literacy was 40.94%.