Lugasi - Nowgong, Chhatarpur
Lugasi is a village situated in the Nowgong tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nowgong and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Lugasi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lugasi is 457752. The village covers a total geographical area of 3255.39 hectares and falls under the 471201 pincode. Nowgong is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Lugasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lugasi
According to the 2011 Census, Lugasi village had a total population of 6,228 people, including 3,320 males and 2,908 females, living in 1,094 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.74%, with male literacy at 74.35% and female literacy at 49.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,067.
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 | 6,228 | 3,320 | 2,908 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 933 | 482 | 451 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,067 | 574 | 493 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,322 | 2,110 | 1,212 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,906 | 1,210 | 1,696 |
Nearby Villages of Lugasi
Lugasi 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 Lugasi
Lugasi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nowgong to Lugasi is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Lugasi is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lugasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lugasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lugasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lugasi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lugasi
Where is Lugasi located?
Lugasi village is located in Nowgong Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lugasi?
Lugasi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lugasi?
The pincode of Lugasi is 471201.
What is the population of Lugasi?
Lugasi had a total population of 6,228, including 3,320 males and 2,908 females.
How many households are there in Lugasi?
Lugasi had 1,094 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lugasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lugasi was 62.74%. Male literacy was 74.35% and female literacy was 49.33%.