Lokhandi

Lokhandi is a village located in Takhatpur tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Takhatpur (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Lokhandi village is also a gram panchayat.

Lokhandi has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lokhandi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lokhandi is 438682. The village spans a total geographical area of 445.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495009. Bilaspur is nearest town to Lokhandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

When it comes to local governance, Lokhandi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Takhatpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Lokhandi

Below is a concise population overview of Lokhandi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,373 1,703 1,670
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 526 265 261
Scheduled Castes (SC) 562 283 279
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 71 34 37
Literate Population 1,796 1,088 708
Illiterate Population 1,577 615 962

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lokhandi village:

  • The total population of Lokhandi village is around 3,373, including approximately 1,703 males and 1,670 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 526 children aged 0–6 years in Lokhandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lokhandi village has 562 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 71 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Lokhandi village is about 53.25%, with male literacy at 63.89% and female literacy at 42.40%.
  • There are around 606 households in Lokhandi village.

Connectivity of Lokhandi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lokhandi. As per the 2011 stats, Lokhandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Lokhandi

Knowing the nearby villages of Lokhandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lokhandi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lokhandi

Where is Lokhandi located?
Lokhandi village is situated in Takhatpur Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lokhandi?
Lokhandi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Lokhandi?
The pincode of Lokhandi is 495009, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lokhandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lokhandi is 3,373, with 1,703 males and 1,670 females.
How many households are there in Lokhandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lokhandi village has a total of 606 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lokhandi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lokhandi is 53.25%. The male literacy rate is 63.89%, while the female literacy rate is 42.40%.