Lakhipur - Meghraj, Arvalli
Lakhipur is a village situated in the Meghraj taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Meghraj and around 80 km from Himatnagar. Kasana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhipur is 510353. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.46 hectares and falls under the 383350 pincode. Meghraj is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Lakhipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiloda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhipur
As per Census 2011, Lakhipur village has a total population of 609 people, consisting of 301 males and 308 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 418 literate and 191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 156 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 301 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 55 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 79 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 219 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 82 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhipur
Lakhipur 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 Lakhipur
Lakhipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meghraj to Lakhipur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Lakhipur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhipur
Where is Lakhipur located?
Lakhipur village is located in Meghraj Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhipur is Kasana.
What is the pincode of Lakhipur?
The pincode of Lakhipur is 383350.
What is the population of Lakhipur?
Lakhipur has a total population of 609, including 301 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Lakhipur?
There are 114 households in Lakhipur.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhipur is 68.64%. Male literacy is 72.76% and female literacy is 64.61%.