Lachhuman Chak - Darauli, Siwan
Lachhuman Chak is a village situated in the Darauli subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darauli and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Sarharwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachhuman Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachhuman Chak is 232365. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 841239 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Lachhuman Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lachhuman Chak
As per Census 2011, Lachhuman Chak village has a total population of 1,304 people, consisting of 680 males and 624 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 752 literate and 552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachhuman Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,304 | 680 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 117 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 64 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 752 | 434 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 246 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Lachhuman Chak
Lachhuman Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhamaur | North-East | 0.97 km |
| Mathia Punak Buzurg | North-West | 1.04 km |
| Bikaur | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Saraharwa | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Salrapur | East | 1.57 km |
| Punak Buzurg | West | 1.60 km |
| Khap Punak Buzurg | West | 1.64 km |
| Pipra | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Bishunpura | North | 1.82 km |
| Dhusa | North-East | 1.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lachhuman Chak
Public transport in the Lachhuman Chak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karchhue, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.3 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Lachhuman Chak is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Lachhuman Chak is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lachhuman Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachhuman Chak 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lachhuman Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachhuman Chak 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lachhuman Chak
Where is Lachhuman Chak located?
Lachhuman Chak village is located in Darauli Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachhuman Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachhuman Chak is Sarharwa.
What is the pincode of Lachhuman Chak?
The pincode of Lachhuman Chak is 841239.
What is the population of Lachhuman Chak?
Lachhuman Chak has a total population of 1,304, including 680 males and 624 females.
How many households are there in Lachhuman Chak?
There are 170 households in Lachhuman Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhuman Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhuman Chak is 57.67%. Male literacy is 63.82% and female literacy is 50.96%.