Lachhminia - Chhatapur, Supaul
Lachhminia is a village situated in the Chhatapur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatapur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Laxaminia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachhminia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachhminia is 221057. The village covers a total geographical area of 841 hectares and falls under the 854339 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lachhminia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lachhminia
As per Census 2011, Lachhminia village has a total population of 8,805 people, consisting of 4,527 males and 4,278 females. The village has 1,846 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,835 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,821 literate and 4,984 illiterate residents. Additionally, 971 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachhminia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,805 | 4,527 | 4,278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,835 | 926 | 909 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 971 | 499 | 472 |
| Literate Population | 3,821 | 2,308 | 1,513 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,984 | 2,219 | 2,765 |
Nearby Villages of Lachhminia
Lachhminia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahadeopatti | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Kalikapur | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Dodra | South | 2.08 km |
| Tengri | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Barhmotar | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Matiari | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Keola | East | 3.06 km |
| Bishunpur Ghulami | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Madhubani | South | 3.88 km |
| Araraha | North-West | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lachhminia
Lachhminia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Forbesganj to Lachhminia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Lachhminia is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lachhminia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachhminia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lachhminia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachhminia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lachhminia
Where is Lachhminia located?
Lachhminia village is located in Chhatapur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachhminia?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachhminia is Laxaminia.
What is the pincode of Lachhminia?
The pincode of Lachhminia is 854339.
What is the population of Lachhminia?
Lachhminia has a total population of 8,805, including 4,527 males and 4,278 females.
How many households are there in Lachhminia?
There are 1,846 households in Lachhminia.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhminia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhminia is 43.40%. Male literacy is 50.98% and female literacy is 35.37%.