Lekhanapur - Salipur, Cuttack
Lekhanapur is a village situated in the Salipur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Salepur and around 32 km from Cuttack. Malasasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lekhanapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lekhanapur is 399618. The village covers a total geographical area of 306 hectares and falls under the 754201 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Lekhanapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lekhanapur
As per Census 2011, Lekhanapur village has a total population of 2,127 people, consisting of 1,043 males and 1,084 females. The village has 511 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,568 literate and 559 illiterate residents. Additionally, 957 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lekhanapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,127 | 1,043 | 1,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 102 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 957 | 458 | 499 |
| Literate Population | 1,568 | 849 | 719 |
| Illiterate Population | 559 | 194 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Lekhanapur
Lekhanapur 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 Lekhanapur
Lekhanapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Kendrapara to Lekhanapur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Lekhanapur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lekhanapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lekhanapur 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 Lekhanapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lekhanapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lekhanapur
Where is Lekhanapur located?
Lekhanapur village is located in Salipur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lekhanapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lekhanapur is Malasasan.
What is the pincode of Lekhanapur?
The pincode of Lekhanapur is 754201.
What is the population of Lekhanapur?
Lekhanapur has a total population of 2,127, including 1,043 males and 1,084 females.
How many households are there in Lekhanapur?
There are 511 households in Lekhanapur.
What is the literacy rate in Lekhanapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lekhanapur is 73.72%. Male literacy is 81.40% and female literacy is 66.33%.