Lachhoni - Chachaura, Guna
Lachhoni is a village situated in the Chachaura tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chachaura and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Narayanpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachhoni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachhoni is 499947. The village covers a total geographical area of 354 hectares and falls under the 473115 pincode. Chachaura-binaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lachhoni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lachhoni
As per Census 2011, Lachhoni village has a total population of 456 people, consisting of 250 males and 206 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 824 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachhoni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 456 | 250 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 162 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 88 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Lachhoni
Lachhoni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jujhrapura | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Parewa | West | 2.34 km |
| Lakhori | East | 2.40 km |
| Dokarya Khedi | North | 2.50 km |
| Bhanpura Mina | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Narayanpura | South | 2.77 km |
| Pipalya Najdik Kotra | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Konya Kalan | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Kotra | West | 3.30 km |
| Kirwada | North-West | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lachhoni
Lachhoni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Penchi, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.9 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 Chachaura-binaganj to Lachhoni is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Lachhoni is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lachhoni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachhoni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lachhoni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachhoni 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 Lachhoni
Where is Lachhoni located?
Lachhoni village is located in Chachaura Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachhoni?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachhoni is Narayanpura.
What is the pincode of Lachhoni?
The pincode of Lachhoni is 473115.
What is the population of Lachhoni?
Lachhoni has a total population of 456, including 250 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Lachhoni?
There are 89 households in Lachhoni.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhoni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhoni is 52.19%. Male literacy is 64.80% and female literacy is 36.89%.