Laxmipur - Bhatgaon, Surajpur
Laxmipur is a village situated in the Bhatgaon tehsil of Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Bhaiyathan and around 45 km from Ambikapur. Laxmipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laxmipur is 432798. The village covers a total geographical area of 1213.89 hectares and falls under the 497231 pincode. Bhatgaon is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Laxmipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laxmipur
As per Census 2011, Laxmipur village has a total population of 2,511 people, consisting of 1,243 males and 1,268 females. The village has 512 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 450 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,061 literate and 1,450 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,670 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laxmipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,511 | 1,243 | 1,268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 450 | 225 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,670 | 826 | 844 |
| Literate Population | 1,061 | 654 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,450 | 589 | 861 |
Nearby Villages of Laxmipur
Laxmipur 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 Laxmipur
Laxmipur 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 Bhatgaon to Laxmipur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Laxmipur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laxmipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laxmipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Laxmipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laxmipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Laxmipur
Where is Laxmipur located?
Laxmipur village is located in Bhatgaon Tehsil, Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laxmipur?
Laxmipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Laxmipur?
The pincode of Laxmipur is 497231.
What is the population of Laxmipur?
Laxmipur has a total population of 2,511, including 1,243 males and 1,268 females.
How many households are there in Laxmipur?
There are 512 households in Laxmipur.
What is the literacy rate in Laxmipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laxmipur is 42.25%. Male literacy is 52.61% and female literacy is 32.10%.