Lakhori - Lakhani, Bhandara
Lakhori is a village situated in the Lakhani tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhani and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Lakhori village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhori is 537187. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.72 hectares and falls under the 441804 pincode. Bhandara is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Lakhori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakhori
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhori village had a total population of 2,751 people, including 1,391 males and 1,360 females, living in 681 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.30%, with male literacy at 95.38% and female literacy at 76.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 275, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 2,751 | 1,391 | 1,360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 135 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 141 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,130 | 1,198 | 932 |
| Illiterate Population | 621 | 193 | 428 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhori
Lakhori 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yetewahi | West | 1.32 km |
| Masalmeta | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Khedepar | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Singori | North | 2.54 km |
| Manegaon | South | 2.74 km |
| Sawari | West | 3.11 km |
| Lakhani | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Somalwada | West | 3.42 km |
| Salebhata | North | 3.88 km |
| Pimpalgaon | South-East | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhori
Lakhori is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Koka, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.8 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 Bhandara to Lakhori is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakhori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhori village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lakhori
Where is Lakhori located?
Lakhori village is located in Lakhani Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Lakhori?
Lakhori is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhori?
The pincode of Lakhori is 441804.
What is the population of Lakhori?
Lakhori had a total population of 2,751, including 1,391 males and 1,360 females.
How many households are there in Lakhori?
Lakhori had 681 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhori was 86.30%. Male literacy was 95.38% and female literacy was 76.90%.