Lakhanpur - Sukhsar, Dahod
Lakhanpur is a village situated in the Sukhsar taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Fatepura and around 45 km from Dohad. Lakhanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhanpur is 519070. The village covers a total geographical area of 692.68 hectares and falls under the 389172 pincode. Jhalod is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Lakhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatepura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhanpur
As per Census 2011, Lakhanpur village has a total population of 4,130 people, consisting of 2,043 males and 2,087 females. The village has 691 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 846 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,834 literate and 2,296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,103 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,130 | 2,043 | 2,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 846 | 433 | 413 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,103 | 2,030 | 2,073 |
| Literate Population | 1,834 | 1,078 | 756 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,296 | 965 | 1,331 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhanpur
Lakhanpur 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 Lakhanpur
Lakhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jhalod to Lakhanpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Lakhanpur 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 Lakhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhanpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lakhanpur
Where is Lakhanpur located?
Lakhanpur village is located in Sukhsar Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhanpur?
Lakhanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhanpur?
The pincode of Lakhanpur is 389172.
What is the population of Lakhanpur?
Lakhanpur has a total population of 4,130, including 2,043 males and 2,087 females.
How many households are there in Lakhanpur?
There are 691 households in Lakhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhanpur is 44.41%. Male literacy is 52.77% and female literacy is 36.22%.