Lakhanpur - Nalagarh, Solan
Lakhanpur is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Manjholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhanpur is 020974. The village covers a total geographical area of 502.9 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
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 Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhanpur village had a total population of 352 people, including 190 males and 162 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.26%, with male literacy at 84.56% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 235, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
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 | 352 | 190 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 129 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 126 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 64 | 76 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Lakhanpur is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lakhanpur
Where is Lakhanpur located?
Lakhanpur village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhanpur is Manjholi.
What is the pincode of Lakhanpur?
The pincode of Lakhanpur is 174101.
What is the population of Lakhanpur?
Lakhanpur had a total population of 352, including 190 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Lakhanpur?
Lakhanpur had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhanpur was 76.26%. Male literacy was 84.56% and female literacy was 66.67%.