Lakhanpur - Mashrakh, Saran
Lakhanpur is a village situated in the Mashrakh subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mashrakh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Karn Kudariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhanpur is 232832. The village covers a total geographical area of 268 hectares and falls under the 841410 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Lakhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakhanpur
As per Census 2011, Lakhanpur village has a total population of 2,571 people, consisting of 1,340 males and 1,231 females. The village has 396 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 456 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,103 literate and 1,468 illiterate residents. Additionally, 614 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,571 | 1,340 | 1,231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 456 | 249 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 614 | 317 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,103 | 721 | 382 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,468 | 619 | 849 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhanpur
Lakhanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semri | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Hamidpur | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Raja Patti | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Paharpur Kamsila | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Marwa | North | 1.97 km |
| Pipra Singahi | East | 2.02 km |
| Karan Kudaria | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Belaur | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Alapur | West | 2.25 km |
| Singahi | East | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhanpur
Lakhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Alehpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Lakhanpur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Lakhanpur 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 Lakhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lakhanpur
Where is Lakhanpur located?
Lakhanpur village is located in Mashrakh Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhanpur is Karn Kudariya.
What is the pincode of Lakhanpur?
The pincode of Lakhanpur is 841410.
What is the population of Lakhanpur?
Lakhanpur has a total population of 2,571, including 1,340 males and 1,231 females.
How many households are there in Lakhanpur?
There are 396 households in Lakhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhanpur is 42.90%. Male literacy is 53.81% and female literacy is 31.03%.