Laxminagar - Dharamjaigarh, Raigarh
Laxminagar is a village situated in the Dharamjaigarh tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from Dharamjaigarh and around 83 km from Raigarh. Nakna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laxminagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laxminagar is 434359. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.12 hectares and falls under the 496116 pincode. Dharamjaigarh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Laxminagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laxminagar
According to the 2011 Census, Laxminagar village had a total population of 485 people, including 234 males and 251 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.04%, with male literacy at 71.13% and female literacy at 45.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 381.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 485 | 234 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 40 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 184 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 138 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 96 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Laxminagar
Laxminagar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Laxminagar
Laxminagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dharamjaigarh to Laxminagar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Laxminagar is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laxminagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laxminagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Laxminagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laxminagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Laxminagar
Where is Laxminagar located?
Laxminagar village is located in Dharamjaigarh Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Laxminagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Laxminagar is Nakna.
What is the pincode of Laxminagar?
The pincode of Laxminagar is 496116.
What is the population of Laxminagar?
Laxminagar had a total population of 485, including 234 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Laxminagar?
Laxminagar had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laxminagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laxminagar was 58.04%. Male literacy was 71.13% and female literacy was 45.59%.