Lakoda - Churhat, Sidhi
Lakoda is a village situated in the Churhat tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Churhat and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Lakouda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakoda is 502496. The village covers a total geographical area of 628.85 hectares and falls under the 486775 pincode. Churhat is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Lakoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakoda
As per Census 2011, Lakoda village has a total population of 2,228 people, consisting of 1,094 males and 1,134 females. The village has 462 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 380 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,170 literate and 1,058 illiterate residents. Additionally, 507 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 445 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,228 | 1,094 | 1,134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 196 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 507 | 239 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 445 | 218 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 1,170 | 644 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,058 | 450 | 608 |
Nearby Villages of Lakoda
Lakoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dera | West | 1.70 km |
| Dadar | North | 1.84 km |
| Demha | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Kuspari | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Bagaiha Bandh | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Chilari Khurd | West | 3.34 km |
| Dihuki | North | 3.51 km |
| Dhumma | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Karoundi | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Bhitari | West | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakoda
Lakoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Marwasgram, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Churhat to Lakoda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sidhi to Lakoda is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakoda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lakoda
Where is Lakoda located?
Lakoda village is located in Churhat Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakoda is Lakouda.
What is the pincode of Lakoda?
The pincode of Lakoda is 486775.
What is the population of Lakoda?
Lakoda has a total population of 2,228, including 1,094 males and 1,134 females.
How many households are there in Lakoda?
There are 462 households in Lakoda.
What is the literacy rate in Lakoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakoda is 52.51%. Male literacy is 58.87% and female literacy is 46.38%.