Lakea - Sisai, Gumla
Lakea is a village situated in the Sisai subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sisai and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Gumla. Lakeya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakea village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakea is 375708. The village covers a total geographical area of 873.55 hectares and falls under the 835824 pincode.
Lakea village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sisai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakea
According to the 2011 Census, Lakea village had a total population of 4,530 people, including 2,308 males and 2,222 females, living in 858 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.87%, with male literacy at 78.61% and female literacy at 60.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,397.
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 | 4,530 | 2,308 | 2,222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 866 | 461 | 405 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,397 | 1,215 | 1,182 |
| Literate Population | 2,560 | 1,452 | 1,108 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,970 | 856 | 1,114 |
Nearby Villages of Lakea
Lakea is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Potro | East | 2.12 km |
| Parriya | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Bhadauli | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Jamgain | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Lulhua | South | 3.10 km |
| Dahudih | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Kudra | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Sisai | North | 3.74 km |
| Bisrampur | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Digdon | South-West | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakea
Lakea is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bakaspur, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gumla to Lakea is about 29 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 Lakea
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakea village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lakea
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakea 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lakea
Where is Lakea located?
Lakea village is located in Sisai Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakea?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakea is Lakeya.
What is the pincode of Lakea?
The pincode of Lakea is 835824.
What is the population of Lakea?
Lakea had a total population of 4,530, including 2,308 males and 2,222 females.
How many households are there in Lakea?
Lakea had 858 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakea?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakea was 69.87%. Male literacy was 78.61% and female literacy was 60.98%.