Lakhanpor - Palsana, Surat
Lakhanpor is a village situated in the Palsana taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palsana and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Lakhanpor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhanpor is 524258. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.31 hectares and falls under the 394352 pincode. Surat is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Lakhanpor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhanpor
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhanpor village had a total population of 1,066 people, including 540 males and 526 females, living in 252 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.37%, with male literacy at 71.82% and female literacy at 64.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 686.
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 | 1,066 | 540 | 526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 61 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 686 | 349 | 337 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 344 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 196 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhanpor
Lakhanpor 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 Lakhanpor
Lakhanpor 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 Surat to Lakhanpor is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhanpor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhanpor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakhanpor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhanpor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhanpor
Where is Lakhanpor located?
Lakhanpor village is located in Palsana Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhanpor?
Lakhanpor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhanpor?
The pincode of Lakhanpor is 394352.
What is the population of Lakhanpor?
Lakhanpor had a total population of 1,066, including 540 males and 526 females.
How many households are there in Lakhanpor?
Lakhanpor had 252 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhanpor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhanpor was 68.37%. Male literacy was 71.82% and female literacy was 64.93%.