Lachhmipur - Jogapatti, Pashchim Champaran
Lachhmipur is a village situated in the Jogapatti subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jogapatti and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Dumri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachhmipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachhmipur is 217076. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.2 hectares and falls under the 845451 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Lachhmipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lachhmipur
As per Census 2011, Lachhmipur village has a total population of 1,853 people, consisting of 968 males and 885 females. The village has 374 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 388 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 772 literate and 1,081 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachhmipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,853 | 968 | 885 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 201 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 71 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 48 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 772 | 479 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,081 | 489 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Lachhmipur
Lachhmipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rudarpur Paterwa | East | 0.98 km |
| Belbanwa | West | 1.15 km |
| Rampur Baheliya | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Dumri | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Dhangarhwa | North | 2.71 km |
| Bagahi | East | 2.74 km |
| Fatehpur | West | 2.77 km |
| Jagdammapur | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Nauganwa | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Bakuchia Rudalpur | North-East | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lachhmipur
Public transport in the Lachhmipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kumarbagh, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bettiah to Lachhmipur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Lachhmipur is about 15 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 Lachhmipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachhmipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lachhmipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachhmipur 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 Lachhmipur
Where is Lachhmipur located?
Lachhmipur village is located in Jogapatti Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachhmipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachhmipur is Dumri.
What is the pincode of Lachhmipur?
The pincode of Lachhmipur is 845451.
What is the population of Lachhmipur?
Lachhmipur has a total population of 1,853, including 968 males and 885 females.
How many households are there in Lachhmipur?
There are 374 households in Lachhmipur.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhmipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhmipur is 41.66%. Male literacy is 49.48% and female literacy is 33.11%.