Lakhawat - Katthiwara, Alirajpur
Lakhawat is a village situated in the Katthiwara tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Alirajpur and around 60 km from Alirajpur. Baij serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhawat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhawat is 505131. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.53 hectares and falls under the 457885 pincode. Bhavra is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Lakhawat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jobat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratlam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhawat
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhawat village had a total population of 166 people, including 90 males and 76 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.57%, with male literacy at 45.45% and female literacy at 32.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 166.
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 | 166 | 90 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 90 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 35 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 55 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhawat
Lakhawat 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 Lakhawat
Lakhawat is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bhavra to Lakhawat is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alirajpur to Lakhawat is about 60 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 Lakhawat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhawat 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhawat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhawat 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 Lakhawat
Where is Lakhawat located?
Lakhawat village is located in Katthiwara Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhawat?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhawat is Baij.
What is the pincode of Lakhawat?
The pincode of Lakhawat is 457885.
What is the population of Lakhawat?
Lakhawat had a total population of 166, including 90 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Lakhawat?
Lakhawat had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhawat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhawat was 39.57%. Male literacy was 45.45% and female literacy was 32.26%.