Lakhnipur - Paliganj, Patna
Lakhnipur is a village situated in the Paliganj subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paliganj and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Akbarpur Ranipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhnipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhnipur is 245768. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.8 hectares and falls under the 801110 pincode. Jehanabad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Lakhnipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakhnipur
As per Census 2011, Lakhnipur village has a total population of 1,196 people, consisting of 623 males and 573 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 561 literate and 635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 446 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhnipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,196 | 623 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 107 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 446 | 229 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 340 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 283 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhnipur
Lakhnipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Inglish Gulab Singh | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Akbarpur | East | 1.54 km |
| Korra | West | 1.68 km |
| Kansopur | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Konika | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Fakharpur | South | 2.56 km |
| Madanpur Dhawa | South | 2.62 km |
| Ajda | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Bara | North | 2.88 km |
| Latifpur Paraha | East | 3.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhnipur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Lakhnipur. The nearest railway station is Garhani, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.3 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jehanabad to Lakhnipur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Lakhnipur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhnipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhnipur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhnipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhnipur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhnipur
Where is Lakhnipur located?
Lakhnipur village is located in Paliganj Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhnipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhnipur is Akbarpur Ranipur.
What is the pincode of Lakhnipur?
The pincode of Lakhnipur is 801110.
What is the population of Lakhnipur?
Lakhnipur has a total population of 1,196, including 623 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Lakhnipur?
There are 195 households in Lakhnipur.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhnipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhnipur is 46.91%. Male literacy is 54.57% and female literacy is 38.57%.