Lamheta - Shahpura, Jabalpur
Lamheta is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Imeliya 18 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lamheta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamheta is 489664. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.28 hectares and falls under the 483119 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Lamheta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lamheta
As per Census 2011, Lamheta village has a total population of 286 people, consisting of 147 males and 139 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 170 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 210 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lamheta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 286 | 147 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 109 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 108 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 39 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Lamheta
Lamheta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manegaon | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Raini | North | 1.27 km |
| Imaliya | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Kusmi | South | 2.42 km |
| Karhaiya | West | 2.43 km |
| Agasi | East | 2.76 km |
| Looti | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Jhurai Pipariya | South | 3.03 km |
| Kiwlari | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Phular | North-East | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lamheta
Lamheta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bikrampur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Shahpura to Lamheta is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Lamheta is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamheta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamheta 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 Lamheta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamheta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lamheta
Where is Lamheta located?
Lamheta village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamheta?
The Gram Panchayat of Lamheta is Imeliya 18.
What is the pincode of Lamheta?
The pincode of Lamheta is 483119.
What is the population of Lamheta?
Lamheta has a total population of 286, including 147 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Lamheta?
There are 67 households in Lamheta.
What is the literacy rate in Lamheta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamheta is 59.44%. Male literacy is 73.47% and female literacy is 44.60%.