Lakhpuri - Murtijapur, Akola
Lakhpuri is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Lakhpuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhpuri is 530179. The village covers a total geographical area of 1653 hectares and falls under the 444107 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Lakhpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhpuri
As per Census 2011, Lakhpuri village has a total population of 3,440 people, consisting of 1,767 males and 1,673 females. The village has 790 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,666 literate and 774 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,627 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhpuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,440 | 1,767 | 1,673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 175 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,627 | 836 | 791 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,666 | 1,448 | 1,218 |
| Illiterate Population | 774 | 319 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhpuri
Lakhpuri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khudavantpur | South | 1.56 km |
| Rasulpur (jamthi Bu) | South | 2.80 km |
| Mangrul Kambe | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Durgwada | East | 3.62 km |
| Takali | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Bhujwada | North | 3.74 km |
| Datwi | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Darkheda | North | 3.98 km |
| Ichora | North-East | 4.20 km |
| Sakhari | South-East | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhpuri
Lakhpuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Murtajapur, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murtijapur to Lakhpuri is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Lakhpuri is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhpuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakhpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhpuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhpuri
Where is Lakhpuri located?
Lakhpuri village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhpuri?
Lakhpuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhpuri?
The pincode of Lakhpuri is 444107.
What is the population of Lakhpuri?
Lakhpuri has a total population of 3,440, including 1,767 males and 1,673 females.
How many households are there in Lakhpuri?
There are 790 households in Lakhpuri.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhpuri is 77.50%. Male literacy is 81.95% and female literacy is 72.80%.