Lachhmipur - Gawan, Giridih
Lachhmipur is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Malda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachhmipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachhmipur is 350265. The village covers a total geographical area of 11 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Lachhmipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lachhmipur
According to the 2011 Census, Lachhmipur village had a total population of 1,088 people, including 577 males and 511 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.38%, with male literacy at 93.35% and female literacy at 76.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 1,088 | 577 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 96 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 449 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 128 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Lachhmipur
Lachhmipur 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 Lachhmipur
Lachhmipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Giridih to Lachhmipur is about 97 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 Lachhmipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachhmipur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lachhmipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachhmipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lachhmipur
Where is Lachhmipur located?
Lachhmipur village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachhmipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachhmipur is Malda.
What is the pincode of Lachhmipur?
The pincode of Lachhmipur is 815313.
What is the population of Lachhmipur?
Lachhmipur had a total population of 1,088, including 577 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Lachhmipur?
Lachhmipur had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhmipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhmipur was 85.38%. Male literacy was 93.35% and female literacy was 76.30%.