Lakhagarh - Pithora, Mahasamund
Lakhagarh is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Lakhagarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhagarh is 446312. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.17 hectares and falls under the 493551 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Lakhagarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhagarh
As per Census 2011, Lakhagarh village has a total population of 2,842 people, consisting of 1,347 males and 1,495 females. The village has 670 households and a sex ratio of 1,109 females per 1,000 males. There are 381 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,939 literate and 903 illiterate residents. Additionally, 760 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhagarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,842 | 1,347 | 1,495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 174 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 760 | 359 | 401 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 41 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 1,939 | 1,014 | 925 |
| Illiterate Population | 903 | 333 | 570 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhagarh
Lakhagarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sewaiya Kalan | East | 1.63 km |
| Dighepur | South | 1.99 km |
| Rajasewaiya Khurd | North | 2.10 km |
| Parsapali | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Lahraud | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Janghora | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Nawaparakhurd | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Potapara | West | 3.33 km |
| Barekelkhurd | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Atharagudi | North | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhagarh
Lakhagarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bagbahra, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Lakhagarh is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Lakhagarh is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhagarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhagarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhagarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhagarh 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lakhagarh
Where is Lakhagarh located?
Lakhagarh village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhagarh?
Lakhagarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhagarh?
The pincode of Lakhagarh is 493551.
What is the population of Lakhagarh?
Lakhagarh has a total population of 2,842, including 1,347 males and 1,495 females.
How many households are there in Lakhagarh?
There are 670 households in Lakhagarh.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhagarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhagarh is 68.23%. Male literacy is 75.28% and female literacy is 61.87%.