Lakhapur - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Lakhapur is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Lakhapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhapur is 477853. The village covers a total geographical area of 518.12 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Lakhapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakhapur
As per Census 2011, Lakhapur village has a total population of 1,319 people, consisting of 646 males and 673 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 387 literate and 932 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 470 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,319 | 646 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 153 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 470 | 217 | 253 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 216 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 932 | 430 | 502 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhapur
Lakhapur 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 Lakhapur
Lakhapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhiranya to Lakhapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Lakhapur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lakhapur
Where is Lakhapur located?
Lakhapur village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhapur?
Lakhapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhapur?
The pincode of Lakhapur is 451331.
What is the population of Lakhapur?
Lakhapur has a total population of 1,319, including 646 males and 673 females.
How many households are there in Lakhapur?
There are 217 households in Lakhapur.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhapur is 29.34%. Male literacy is 33.44% and female literacy is 25.41%.