Lakhanpur Village - Narayanpur, Jamtara
Lakhanpur is a village situated in the Narayanpur subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Saharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhanpur is 372290. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 815357 pincode.
Lakhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakhanpur
As per Census 2011, Lakhanpur village has a total population of 456 people, consisting of 247 males and 209 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 190 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhanpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 456 | 247 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 97 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 149 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 98 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhanpur
Lakhanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghortariya | North-East | 0.75 km |
| Matuwadih | East | 0.91 km |
| Dubedih | West | 0.92 km |
| Majhiladih | North-West | 1.02 km |
| Rautdih | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Bagtarpa | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Aoratanr | West | 1.38 km |
| Palta | South | 1.46 km |
| Dhanjori | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Gaditanr | East | 1.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhanpur
Lakhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vidyasagar, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamtara to Lakhanpur is about 35 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 1-2 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 Narayanpur Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhanpur is Saharpur.
What is the pincode of Lakhanpur?
The pincode of Lakhanpur is 815357.
What is the population of Lakhanpur?
Lakhanpur has a total population of 456, including 247 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Lakhanpur?
There are 81 households in Lakhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhanpur is 49.78%. Male literacy is 60.32% and female literacy is 37.32%.