Lamgarh - Bano, Simdega
Lamgarh is a village situated in the Bano subdivision of Simdega district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bano and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Simdega. Badkaduel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lamgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamgarh is 376790. The village covers a total geographical area of 594 hectares and falls under the 835201 pincode.
Lamgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lamgarh
As per Census 2011, Lamgarh village has a total population of 633 people, consisting of 300 males and 333 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,110 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 337 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 287 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lamgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 633 | 300 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 38 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 135 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 192 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 108 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Lamgarh
Lamgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mayamsor | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Bingora | North | 1.52 km |
| Kudrung | South | 2.09 km |
| Barerpa | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Barkaduil | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Konap | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Kusum | West | 2.82 km |
| Sikrom | South | 2.93 km |
| Ukauli | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Chatuora | West | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lamgarh
Public transport in the Lamgarh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tati, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Simdega to Lamgarh is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lamgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamgarh 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 Lamgarh
Where is Lamgarh located?
Lamgarh village is located in Bano Subdivision, Simdega district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Lamgarh is Badkaduel.
What is the pincode of Lamgarh?
The pincode of Lamgarh is 835201.
What is the population of Lamgarh?
Lamgarh has a total population of 633, including 300 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Lamgarh?
There are 136 households in Lamgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Lamgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamgarh is 53.24%. Male literacy is 64.00% and female literacy is 43.54%.