Lakhkhind - Darwha, Yavatmal
Lakhkhind is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Lagkhind serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhkhind village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhkhind is 542598. The village covers a total geographical area of 1280.44 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lakhkhind village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhkhind
As per Census 2011, Lakhkhind village has a total population of 2,334 people, consisting of 1,172 males and 1,162 females. The village has 553 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 341 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,627 literate and 707 illiterate residents. Additionally, 365 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 240 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhkhind are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,334 | 1,172 | 1,162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 171 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 365 | 186 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 107 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 1,627 | 874 | 753 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 298 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhkhind
Lakhkhind 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palashi | West | 3.33 km |
| Umari | East | 3.49 km |
| Ligi (wai) | South-West | 3.99 km |
| Bhileshwar | South-East | 5.15 km |
| Amala Budruk | South | 5.59 km |
| Gondegaon | North | 5.60 km |
| Khekadi | South-West | 5.62 km |
| Sindhi | West | 5.67 km |
| Haru | North-East | 5.93 km |
| Ramgaon | East | 5.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhkhind
Lakhkhind is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Yavatmal, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darwha to Lakhkhind is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Lakhkhind is about 52 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 Lakhkhind
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhkhind village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakhkhind
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhkhind village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lakhkhind
Where is Lakhkhind located?
Lakhkhind village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhkhind?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhkhind is Lagkhind.
What is the pincode of Lakhkhind?
The pincode of Lakhkhind is 445202.
What is the population of Lakhkhind?
Lakhkhind has a total population of 2,334, including 1,172 males and 1,162 females.
How many households are there in Lakhkhind?
There are 553 households in Lakhkhind.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhkhind?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhkhind is 69.71%. Male literacy is 74.57% and female literacy is 64.80%.