Lamheta - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Lamheta is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Bhama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lamheta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamheta is 490689. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.81 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lamheta
As per Census 2011, Lamheta village has a total population of 479 people, consisting of 250 males and 229 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 263 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 281 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lamheta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 479 | 250 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 25 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 281 | 138 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 166 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 84 | 132 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mawai(a) | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Bhama | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Umariya | South | 2.21 km |
| Gubariya | West | 2.44 km |
| Jhot | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Mawai(b) | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Lalu | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Ratomati | North | 3.28 km |
| Gurra | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Dhourpur | South | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lamheta
Lamheta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shridham, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Gotegaon to Lamheta is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Lamheta is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lamheta
Where is Lamheta located?
Lamheta village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamheta?
The Gram Panchayat of Lamheta is Bhama.
What is the pincode of Lamheta?
The pincode of Lamheta is 487118.
What is the population of Lamheta?
Lamheta has a total population of 479, including 250 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Lamheta?
There are 110 households in Lamheta.
What is the literacy rate in Lamheta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamheta is 54.91%. Male literacy is 66.40% and female literacy is 42.36%.