Lakhanpur - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Lakhanpur is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Lakhanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhanpur is 380766. The village covers a total geographical area of 367 hectares and falls under the 768052 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Lakhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhanpur village had a total population of 1,884 people, including 959 males and 925 females, living in 441 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.70%, with male literacy at 82.46% and female literacy at 60.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 259, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 291.
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 | 1,884 | 959 | 925 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 81 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 134 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 136 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 1,229 | 724 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 235 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhanpur
Lakhanpur 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 Lakhanpur
Lakhanpur 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 >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 Bargarh to Lakhanpur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhanpur 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 Lakhanpur
Where is Lakhanpur located?
Lakhanpur village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhanpur?
Lakhanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhanpur?
The pincode of Lakhanpur is 768052.
What is the population of Lakhanpur?
Lakhanpur had a total population of 1,884, including 959 males and 925 females.
How many households are there in Lakhanpur?
Lakhanpur had 441 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhanpur was 71.70%. Male literacy was 82.46% and female literacy was 60.41%.