Lachora - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Lachora is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Birul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachora is 477479. The village covers a total geographical area of 651.19 hectares and falls under the 451224 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Lachora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lachora
As per Census 2011, Lachora village has a total population of 961 people, consisting of 468 males and 493 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 486 literate and 475 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 941 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 961 | 468 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 97 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 941 | 456 | 485 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 289 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 179 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Lachora
Lachora 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 Lachora
Lachora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Lachora is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Lachora is about 53 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 Lachora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachora 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 Lachora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lachora
Where is Lachora located?
Lachora village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachora?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachora is Birul.
What is the pincode of Lachora?
The pincode of Lachora is 451224.
What is the population of Lachora?
Lachora has a total population of 961, including 468 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Lachora?
There are 147 households in Lachora.
What is the literacy rate in Lachora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachora is 50.57%. Male literacy is 61.75% and female literacy is 39.96%.