Lasnapur - Murtijapur, Akola
Lasnapur is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Kinkhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lasnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lasnapur is 530312. The village covers a total geographical area of 273 hectares and falls under the 444107 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Lasnapur 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 Lasnapur
As per Census 2011, Lasnapur village has a total population of 197 people, consisting of 93 males and 104 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,118 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 161 literate and 36 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lasnapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 197 | 93 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 79 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 14 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Lasnapur
Lasnapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Turkhed | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Kinkhed | South | 2.11 km |
| Gaulkhed | East | 2.18 km |
| Arkhed | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Lodhipur | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Balapur | West | 2.88 km |
| Shivan Kh. | East | 3.10 km |
| Muramba | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Dahatonda | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Ramkhed | North-West | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lasnapur
Public transport in the Lasnapur 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 28.1 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 Lasnapur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Lasnapur is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lasnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lasnapur 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 Lasnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lasnapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lasnapur
Where is Lasnapur located?
Lasnapur village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lasnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lasnapur is Kinkhed.
What is the pincode of Lasnapur?
The pincode of Lasnapur is 444107.
What is the population of Lasnapur?
Lasnapur has a total population of 197, including 93 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Lasnapur?
There are 50 households in Lasnapur.
What is the literacy rate in Lasnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lasnapur is 81.73%. Male literacy is 84.95% and female literacy is 78.85%.