Lakhram - Beltara, Bilaspur
Lakhram is a village situated in the Beltara tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 26 km from Bilaspur and around 26 km from Bilaspur. Lakhram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhram is 438712. The village covers a total geographical area of 733.68 hectares and falls under the 495442 pincode. Ratanpur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Lakhram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beltara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhram
As per Census 2011, Lakhram village has a total population of 4,266 people, consisting of 2,154 males and 2,112 females. The village has 885 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 560 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,741 literate and 1,525 illiterate residents. Additionally, 744 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,266 | 2,154 | 2,112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 560 | 286 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 744 | 376 | 368 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 2,741 | 1,580 | 1,161 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,525 | 574 | 951 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhram
Lakhram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singhri | West | 2.42 km |
| Chorhadeori | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Semra | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Akaltari | East | 2.60 km |
| Bharwidih | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Sarwan Deori | North | 2.75 km |
| Parsada | South | 3.08 km |
| Semri | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Garhwat | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Parsaudi | South | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhram
Lakhram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghutku, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ratanpur to Lakhram is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Lakhram is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakhram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Lakhram
Where is Lakhram located?
Lakhram village is located in Beltara Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhram?
Lakhram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhram?
The pincode of Lakhram is 495442.
What is the population of Lakhram?
Lakhram has a total population of 4,266, including 2,154 males and 2,112 females.
How many households are there in Lakhram?
There are 885 households in Lakhram.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhram is 64.25%. Male literacy is 73.35% and female literacy is 54.97%.