Lamsarai - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Lamsarai is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Lamsarai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamsarai is 503413. The village covers a total geographical area of 555.89 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Lamsarai 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 Lamsarai
According to the 2011 Census, Lamsarai village had a total population of 2,623 people, including 1,339 males and 1,284 females, living in 483 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.37%, with male literacy at 79.64% and female literacy at 48.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 467, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 533.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,623 | 1,339 | 1,284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 234 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 467 | 251 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 533 | 277 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 1,400 | 880 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,223 | 459 | 764 |
Nearby Villages of Lamsarai
Lamsarai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Leduakhand | West | 1.75 km |
| Dighwar | South | 2.21 km |
| Kundari | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Chhiwalhawa | East | 2.72 km |
| Deora | West | 2.76 km |
| Banjariya | North | 2.80 km |
| Sailwar | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Ramdiha | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Duari (lam Sarai) | South | 4.14 km |
| Doraj Khurd | South | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lamsarai
Public transport in the Lamsarai is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paprakund, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.1 km.
| 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 Lamsarai is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamsarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamsarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lamsarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamsarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lamsarai
Where is Lamsarai located?
Lamsarai village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lamsarai?
Lamsarai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lamsarai?
The pincode of Lamsarai is 486882.
What is the population of Lamsarai?
Lamsarai had a total population of 2,623, including 1,339 males and 1,284 females.
How many households are there in Lamsarai?
Lamsarai had 483 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lamsarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamsarai was 64.37%. Male literacy was 79.64% and female literacy was 48.60%.