Lachhnauta - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Lachhnauta is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Mehnaul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachhnauta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachhnauta is 216327. The village covers a total geographical area of 309.6 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Lachhnauta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lachhnauta
As per Census 2011, Lachhnauta village has a total population of 1,573 people, consisting of 836 males and 737 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 712 literate and 861 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachhnauta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,573 | 836 | 737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 178 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 124 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 712 | 479 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 861 | 357 | 504 |
Nearby Villages of Lachhnauta
Lachhnauta 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 Lachhnauta
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Lachhnauta. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Lachhnauta.
| 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 Narkatiyaganj to Lachhnauta is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Lachhnauta 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 Lachhnauta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachhnauta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lachhnauta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachhnauta 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lachhnauta
Where is Lachhnauta located?
Lachhnauta village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachhnauta?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachhnauta is Mehnaul.
What is the pincode of Lachhnauta?
The pincode of Lachhnauta is 845455.
What is the population of Lachhnauta?
Lachhnauta has a total population of 1,573, including 836 males and 737 females.
How many households are there in Lachhnauta?
There are 295 households in Lachhnauta.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhnauta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhnauta is 45.26%. Male literacy is 57.30% and female literacy is 31.61%.