Lachhmipur - Raxaul, Purbi Champaran
Lachhmipur is a village situated in the Raxaul subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from Raxaul and around 80 km from Motihari. Palanwa Jagdhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachhmipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachhmipur is 217488. The village covers a total geographical area of 187 hectares and falls under the 845305 pincode. Raxaul is the nearest town, located about 10 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 2,866 people, consisting of 1,522 males and 1,344 females. The village has 563 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 568 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,356 literate and 1,510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 745 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachhmipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,866 | 1,522 | 1,344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 568 | 295 | 273 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 745 | 403 | 342 |
| Literate Population | 1,356 | 868 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,510 | 654 | 856 |
Nearby Villages of Lachhmipur
Lachhmipur 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 Lachhmipur
Lachhmipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Lachhmipur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raxaul to Lachhmipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Lachhmipur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Lachhmipur
Where is Lachhmipur located?
Lachhmipur village is located in Raxaul Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachhmipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachhmipur is Palanwa Jagdhar.
What is the pincode of Lachhmipur?
The pincode of Lachhmipur is 845305.
What is the population of Lachhmipur?
Lachhmipur has a total population of 2,866, including 1,522 males and 1,344 females.
How many households are there in Lachhmipur?
There are 563 households in Lachhmipur.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhmipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhmipur is 47.31%. Male literacy is 57.03% and female literacy is 36.31%.