Lakhangaon - Thikri, Barwani
Lakhangaon is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thikri and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Lakhangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhangaon is 478196. The village covers a total geographical area of 719.19 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 23 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 Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhangaon
As per Census 2011, Lakhangaon village has a total population of 1,231 people, consisting of 608 males and 623 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 710 literate and 521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 137 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,231 | 608 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 80 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 121 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 68 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 406 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 202 | 319 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raswa | West | 1.55 km |
| Sundarla | East | 1.89 km |
| Titgaria | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Gawala | North | 2.99 km |
| Mehgaon | West | 3.06 km |
| Semalda | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Hataula | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Dawana | East | 3.78 km |
| Bhatgawala | South | 3.91 km |
| Gawla | North-West | 4.19 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 Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Anjad to Lakhangaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Lakhangaon is about 38 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 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lakhangaon
Where is Lakhangaon located?
Lakhangaon village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, 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 451660.
What is the population of Lakhangaon?
Lakhangaon has a total population of 1,231, including 608 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Lakhangaon?
There are 283 households in Lakhangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhangaon is 57.68%. Male literacy is 66.78% and female literacy is 48.80%.