Lakhangaon - Bhalki, Bidar
Lakhangaon is a village situated in the Bhalki taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhalki and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Lakhangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhangaon is 599862. The village covers a total geographical area of 2190.08 hectares and falls under the 585411 pincode. Bhalki is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Lakhangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhalki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhangaon
As per Census 2011, Lakhangaon village has a total population of 4,634 people, consisting of 2,369 males and 2,265 females. The village has 967 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 635 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,829 literate and 1,805 illiterate residents. Additionally, 985 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 389 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,634 | 2,369 | 2,265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 635 | 330 | 305 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 985 | 487 | 498 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 389 | 204 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 2,829 | 1,618 | 1,211 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,805 | 751 | 1,054 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhangaon
Lakhangaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Batanpur | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Gaundgaon | West | 2.54 km |
| Horandi | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Sindhikamth | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Atnoor | South-East | 4.68 km |
| Sonala | East | 4.76 km |
| Lasona | West | 5.10 km |
| Kaknal | South | 5.25 km |
| Gurnal | North-West | 5.34 km |
| Borol | North | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhangaon
Lakhangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalgupur, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhalki to Lakhangaon is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Lakhangaon is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakhangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhangaon
Where is Lakhangaon located?
Lakhangaon village is located in Bhalki Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhangaon?
Lakhangaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhangaon?
The pincode of Lakhangaon is 585411.
What is the population of Lakhangaon?
Lakhangaon has a total population of 4,634, including 2,369 males and 2,265 females.
How many households are there in Lakhangaon?
There are 967 households in Lakhangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhangaon is 61.05%. Male literacy is 68.30% and female literacy is 53.47%.