Lakhanwar - Chachaura, Guna
Lakhanwar is a village situated in the Chachaura tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chachaura and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Lakhanwas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhanwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhanwar is 499962. The village covers a total geographical area of 494 hectares and falls under the 473115 pincode. Chachaura-binaganj is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Lakhanwar 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 Lakhanwar
As per Census 2011, Lakhanwar village has a total population of 1,000 people, consisting of 558 males and 442 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 792 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 492 literate and 508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhanwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,000 | 558 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 73 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 349 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 209 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhanwar
Lakhanwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asa Khedi | North | 1.73 km |
| Pura Lakhanwas | South | 2.22 km |
| Rupahedi | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Ratodhana | East | 2.65 km |
| Gader | North | 2.80 km |
| Ramsinghpura Khurd | West | 2.90 km |
| Gehun Khedi | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Kita Khedi | West | 3.38 km |
| Pipaliya Kalan Bagri | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Kishora | North | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhanwar
Lakhanwar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chachaura Binaganj, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chachaura-binaganj to Lakhanwar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Lakhanwar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhanwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhanwar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhanwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhanwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Lakhanwar
Where is Lakhanwar located?
Lakhanwar village is located in Chachaura Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhanwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhanwar is Lakhanwas.
What is the pincode of Lakhanwar?
The pincode of Lakhanwar is 473115.
What is the population of Lakhanwar?
Lakhanwar has a total population of 1,000, including 558 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Lakhanwar?
There are 267 households in Lakhanwar.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhanwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhanwar is 49.20%. Male literacy is 62.54% and female literacy is 32.35%.