Lamkana - Majholi, Jabalpur
Lamkana is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Lamkana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamkana is 489304. The village covers a total geographical area of 397.98 hectares and falls under the 483225 pincode. Majholi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Lamkana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lamkana
As per Census 2011, Lamkana village has a total population of 1,454 people, consisting of 749 males and 705 females. The village has 356 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,028 literate and 426 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 337 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lamkana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,454 | 749 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 101 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 78 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 165 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 1,028 | 599 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 150 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Lamkana
Lamkana 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 Lamkana
Lamkana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Majholi to Lamkana is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Lamkana 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 Lamkana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamkana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lamkana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamkana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lamkana
Where is Lamkana located?
Lamkana village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamkana?
Lamkana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lamkana?
The pincode of Lamkana is 483225.
What is the population of Lamkana?
Lamkana has a total population of 1,454, including 749 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Lamkana?
There are 356 households in Lamkana.
What is the literacy rate in Lamkana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamkana is 70.70%. Male literacy is 79.97% and female literacy is 60.85%.