Lakhewada - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Lakhewada is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 77 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Barugavhan serves as the Village Panchayat for Lakhewada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhewada is 531620. The village covers a total geographical area of 676.23 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Bhaisdahi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Lakhewada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakhewada
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhewada village had a total population of 308 people, including 156 males and 152 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.92%, with male literacy at 70.94% and female literacy at 45.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 301.
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 | 308 | 156 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 301 | 152 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 83 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 73 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhewada
Lakhewada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhewada
Lakhewada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhaisdahi to Lakhewada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Lakhewada is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhewada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhewada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhewada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhewada 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 Lakhewada
Where is Lakhewada located?
Lakhewada village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Lakhewada?
The Village Panchayat of Lakhewada is Barugavhan.
What is the pincode of Lakhewada?
The pincode of Lakhewada is 444807.
What is the population of Lakhewada?
Lakhewada had a total population of 308, including 156 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Lakhewada?
Lakhewada had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhewada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhewada was 57.92%. Male literacy was 70.94% and female literacy was 45.53%.