Lakha Khera - Badwara, Katni
Lakha Khera is a village situated in the Badwara tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. Lakhakhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakha Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakha Khera is 488416. The village covers a total geographical area of 476.47 hectares and falls under the 483773 pincode. Katni is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Lakha Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakha Khera
As per Census 2011, Lakha Khera village has a total population of 1,298 people, consisting of 642 males and 656 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 715 literate and 583 illiterate residents. Additionally, 259 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 340 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakha Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,298 | 642 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 87 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 138 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 340 | 172 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 715 | 412 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 583 | 230 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Lakha Khera
Lakha Khera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bairagi | North-East | 1.06 km |
| Badwara Kalan | West | 1.33 km |
| Badwara Khurd | South | 2.10 km |
| Bamhani | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Chiruhali | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Rupond(rupaund) | West | 2.95 km |
| Deori Kodar | North | 2.95 km |
| Lohkhan | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Umariya | West | 3.44 km |
| Dhanwara | South-East | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakha Khera
Lakha Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vilayatkalan Rd, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katni to Lakha Khera is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakha Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakha Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lakha Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakha Khera 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 Lakha Khera
Where is Lakha Khera located?
Lakha Khera village is located in Badwara Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakha Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakha Khera is Lakhakhera.
What is the pincode of Lakha Khera?
The pincode of Lakha Khera is 483773.
What is the population of Lakha Khera?
Lakha Khera has a total population of 1,298, including 642 males and 656 females.
How many households are there in Lakha Khera?
There are 261 households in Lakha Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Lakha Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakha Khera is 55.08%. Male literacy is 64.17% and female literacy is 46.19%.