Lahiya - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Lahiya is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Dewara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lahiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lahiya is 503438. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.98 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Lahiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lahiya
As per Census 2011, Lahiya village has a total population of 232 people, consisting of 121 males and 111 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 104 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lahiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 232 | 121 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 62 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 59 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Lahiya
Lahiya 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 Lahiya
Public transport in the Lahiya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Lahiya is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lahiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lahiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lahiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lahiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lahiya
Where is Lahiya located?
Lahiya village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lahiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Lahiya is Dewara.
What is the pincode of Lahiya?
The pincode of Lahiya is 486882.
What is the population of Lahiya?
Lahiya has a total population of 232, including 121 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Lahiya?
There are 33 households in Lahiya.
What is the literacy rate in Lahiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lahiya is 44.83%. Male literacy is 51.24% and female literacy is 37.84%.