Lachhu Chak - Kharagpur, Munger
Lachhu Chak is a village situated in the Kharagpur subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kharagpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Teliadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachhu Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachhu Chak is 242942. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 811213 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Lachhu Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Munger Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lachhu Chak
As per Census 2011, Lachhu Chak village has a total population of 201 people, consisting of 97 males and 104 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 200 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachhu Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 201 | 97 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 97 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 71 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Lachhu Chak
Lachhu Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Birojpur | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Dagri | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Teliadih | East | 1.62 km |
| Sagrampur | North | 2.07 km |
| Parsotimpur | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Danagra Chak | North | 2.51 km |
| Mirza Chak | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Naki | East | 3.32 km |
| Bahira | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Barail | North-East | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lachhu Chak
Public transport in the Lachhu Chak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bariarpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 128.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kharagpur to Lachhu Chak is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Munger to Lachhu Chak is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lachhu Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachhu Chak 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 Lachhu Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachhu Chak 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lachhu Chak
Where is Lachhu Chak located?
Lachhu Chak village is located in Kharagpur Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachhu Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachhu Chak is Teliadih.
What is the pincode of Lachhu Chak?
The pincode of Lachhu Chak is 811213.
What is the population of Lachhu Chak?
Lachhu Chak has a total population of 201, including 97 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Lachhu Chak?
There are 52 households in Lachhu Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhu Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhu Chak is 21.89%. Male literacy is 26.80% and female literacy is 17.31%.