Lakkadkot - Shahade, Nandurbar
Lakkadkot is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Lokkadkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakkadkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakkadkot is 525485. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.85 hectares and falls under the 425432 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Lakkadkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakkadkot
As per Census 2011, Lakkadkot village has a total population of 2,764 people, consisting of 1,351 males and 1,413 females. The village has 514 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 523 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,154 literate and 1,610 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,647 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakkadkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,764 | 1,351 | 1,413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 257 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,647 | 1,293 | 1,354 |
| Literate Population | 1,154 | 675 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,610 | 676 | 934 |
Nearby Villages of Lakkadkot
Lakkadkot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chirde | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Ranipur | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Pimprani | North | 2.79 km |
| Madkani | West | 2.99 km |
| Dhawadi | East | 3.53 km |
| Rakhi Buzurg | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Ambapur | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Nagziri | North | 4.34 km |
| Islampur | South | 4.44 km |
| Rampur | South-West | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakkadkot
Lakkadkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shahade to Lakkadkot is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Lakkadkot is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakkadkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakkadkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lakkadkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakkadkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lakkadkot
Where is Lakkadkot located?
Lakkadkot village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakkadkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakkadkot is Lokkadkot.
What is the pincode of Lakkadkot?
The pincode of Lakkadkot is 425432.
What is the population of Lakkadkot?
Lakkadkot has a total population of 2,764, including 1,351 males and 1,413 females.
How many households are there in Lakkadkot?
There are 514 households in Lakkadkot.
What is the literacy rate in Lakkadkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakkadkot is 41.75%. Male literacy is 49.96% and female literacy is 33.90%.