Larkhurd - Jatara, Tikamgarh
Larkhurd is a village situated in the Jatara tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jatara and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Lar Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Larkhurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Larkhurd is 456767. The village covers a total geographical area of 1068.7 hectares and falls under the 472118 pincode. Jatara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Larkhurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Larkhurd
As per Census 2011, Larkhurd village has a total population of 1,942 people, consisting of 1,006 males and 936 females. The village has 424 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,007 literate and 935 illiterate residents. Additionally, 961 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Larkhurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,942 | 1,006 | 936 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 183 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 961 | 504 | 457 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,007 | 576 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 935 | 430 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Larkhurd
Larkhurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramgarh | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Shivpura | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Jauwa | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Harpura | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Bhadra | South | 3.86 km |
| Hirdenager | North | 3.89 km |
| Majguwan | East | 4.07 km |
| Pathara | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Chaturkari | South-West | 4.60 km |
| Kamal Nagar | South-West | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Larkhurd
Larkhurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tikamgarh, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jatara to Larkhurd is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Larkhurd is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Larkhurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Larkhurd 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Larkhurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Larkhurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Larkhurd
Where is Larkhurd located?
Larkhurd village is located in Jatara Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Larkhurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Larkhurd is Lar Khurd.
What is the pincode of Larkhurd?
The pincode of Larkhurd is 472118.
What is the population of Larkhurd?
Larkhurd has a total population of 1,942, including 1,006 males and 936 females.
How many households are there in Larkhurd?
There are 424 households in Larkhurd.
What is the literacy rate in Larkhurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Larkhurd is 51.85%. Male literacy is 57.26% and female literacy is 46.05%.