Lahna - Chewara, Sheikhpura
Lahna is a village situated in the Chewara subdivision of Sheikhpura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chewara and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Sheikhpura. Lahna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lahna is 244017. The village covers a total geographical area of 384 hectares and falls under the 811304 pincode. Sheikhpura is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Lahna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lahna
As per Census 2011, Lahna village has a total population of 2,466 people, consisting of 1,263 males and 1,203 females. The village has 390 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 529 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,132 literate and 1,334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 541 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lahna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,466 | 1,263 | 1,203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 529 | 269 | 260 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 541 | 267 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,132 | 691 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,334 | 572 | 762 |
Nearby Villages of Lahna
Lahna 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 Lahna
Lahna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sheikhpura to Lahna is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lahna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lahna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lahna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lahna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lahna
Where is Lahna located?
Lahna village is located in Chewara Subdivision, Sheikhpura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lahna?
Lahna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lahna?
The pincode of Lahna is 811304.
What is the population of Lahna?
Lahna has a total population of 2,466, including 1,263 males and 1,203 females.
How many households are there in Lahna?
There are 390 households in Lahna.
What is the literacy rate in Lahna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lahna is 45.90%. Male literacy is 54.71% and female literacy is 36.66%.