Lakhanwa - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Lakhanwa is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Para serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhanwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhanwa is 458149. The village covers a total geographical area of 419.83 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lakhanwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakhanwa
As per Census 2011, Lakhanwa village has a total population of 733 people, consisting of 377 males and 356 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 339 literate and 394 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhanwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 733 | 377 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 62 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 106 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 206 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 171 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhanwa
Lakhanwa 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 Lakhanwa
Lakhanwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bada Malhera to Lakhanwa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Lakhanwa 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 Lakhanwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhanwa 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 Lakhanwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhanwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhanwa
Where is Lakhanwa located?
Lakhanwa village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhanwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhanwa is Para.
What is the pincode of Lakhanwa?
The pincode of Lakhanwa is 471311.
What is the population of Lakhanwa?
Lakhanwa has a total population of 733, including 377 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Lakhanwa?
There are 187 households in Lakhanwa.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhanwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhanwa is 46.25%. Male literacy is 54.64% and female literacy is 37.36%.