Laxmipura - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Laxmipura is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Laxmipura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laxmipura is 508308. The village covers a total geographical area of 550.16 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Laxmipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laxmipura
As per Census 2011, Laxmipura village has a total population of 2,308 people, consisting of 1,194 males and 1,114 females. The village has 437 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 314 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,479 literate and 829 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laxmipura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,308 | 1,194 | 1,114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 159 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 114 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,479 | 942 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 829 | 252 | 577 |
Nearby Villages of Laxmipura
Laxmipura 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 Laxmipura
Laxmipura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Laxmipura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Laxmipura is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Laxmipura is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laxmipura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laxmipura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Laxmipura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laxmipura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Laxmipura
Where is Laxmipura located?
Laxmipura village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laxmipura?
Laxmipura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Laxmipura?
The pincode of Laxmipura is 385535.
What is the population of Laxmipura?
Laxmipura has a total population of 2,308, including 1,194 males and 1,114 females.
How many households are there in Laxmipura?
There are 437 households in Laxmipura.
What is the literacy rate in Laxmipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laxmipura is 64.08%. Male literacy is 78.89% and female literacy is 48.20%.