Laxmipur - Kurkheda, Gadchiroli
Laxmipur is a village situated in the Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurkheda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Chirchadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laxmipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laxmipur is 538680. The village covers a total geographical area of 220.44 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Laxmipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Laxmipur
As per Census 2011, Laxmipur village has a total population of 349 people, consisting of 166 males and 183 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,102 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 308 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laxmipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 349 | 166 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 145 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 113 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 53 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Laxmipur
Laxmipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chirchadi | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Hetinagar | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Bhategaon | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Lendhari | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Chikhaldhokada | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Purada | East | 3.37 km |
| Sonpur | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Yedapur | South | 3.82 km |
| Gargada | North | 3.85 km |
| Ramgad | East | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laxmipur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Laxmipur. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Desaiganj to Laxmipur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Laxmipur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laxmipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laxmipur 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 Laxmipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laxmipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Laxmipur
Where is Laxmipur located?
Laxmipur village is located in Kurkheda Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laxmipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Laxmipur is Chirchadi.
What is the pincode of Laxmipur?
The pincode of Laxmipur is 441209.
What is the population of Laxmipur?
Laxmipur has a total population of 349, including 166 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Laxmipur?
There are 83 households in Laxmipur.
What is the literacy rate in Laxmipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laxmipur is 59.60%. Male literacy is 68.07% and female literacy is 51.91%.