Lamera - Baldeogarh, Tikamgarh
Lamera is a village situated in the Baldeogarh tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baldeogarh and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Lamera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamera is 457121. The village covers a total geographical area of 342.99 hectares and falls under the 472111 pincode. Baldeogarh is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Lamera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lamera
As per Census 2011, Lamera village has a total population of 788 people, consisting of 396 males and 392 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 367 literate and 421 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lamera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 788 | 396 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 68 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 82 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 215 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 421 | 181 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Lamera
Lamera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kunaita | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Dikoli Chak-2 | West | 1.91 km |
| Bhaira | North | 2.22 km |
| Khodera | East | 2.45 km |
| Sujara | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Harpura | South | 2.66 km |
| Dikoli Chak-1 | West | 3.74 km |
| Geden Tal | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Nayagaon | North | 4.31 km |
| Jalguwan | South-East | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lamera
Lamera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tikamgarh, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.7 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 Baldeogarh to Lamera is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Lamera is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamera 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lamera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lamera
Where is Lamera located?
Lamera village is located in Baldeogarh Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamera?
Lamera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lamera?
The pincode of Lamera is 472111.
What is the population of Lamera?
Lamera has a total population of 788, including 396 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Lamera?
There are 189 households in Lamera.
What is the literacy rate in Lamera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamera is 46.57%. Male literacy is 54.29% and female literacy is 38.78%.