Lachhua - Bathnaha, Sitamarhi
Lachhua is a village situated in the Bathnaha subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bathnaha and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Mahuawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachhua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachhua is 219277. The village covers a total geographical area of 247 hectares and falls under the 843317 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Lachhua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lachhua
As per Census 2011, Lachhua village has a total population of 2,997 people, consisting of 1,595 males and 1,402 females. The village has 661 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 583 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,576 literate and 1,421 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachhua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,997 | 1,595 | 1,402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 583 | 301 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 111 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 1,576 | 923 | 653 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,421 | 672 | 749 |
Nearby Villages of Lachhua
Lachhua 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 Lachhua
Lachhua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sitamarhi to Lachhua is about 24 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 Lachhua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachhua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lachhua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachhua 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lachhua
Where is Lachhua located?
Lachhua village is located in Bathnaha Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachhua?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachhua is Mahuawa.
What is the pincode of Lachhua?
The pincode of Lachhua is 843317.
What is the population of Lachhua?
Lachhua has a total population of 2,997, including 1,595 males and 1,402 females.
How many households are there in Lachhua?
There are 661 households in Lachhua.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhua is 52.59%. Male literacy is 57.87% and female literacy is 46.58%.