Lakhmipur - Dharakote, Ganjam
Lakhmipur is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharakote and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Saradhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhmipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhmipur is 411335. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 761107 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Lakhmipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhmipur
As per Census 2011, Lakhmipur village has a total population of 690 people, consisting of 352 males and 338 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 459 literate and 231 illiterate residents. Additionally, 267 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhmipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 690 | 352 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 44 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 132 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 275 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 77 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhmipur
Lakhmipur 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 Lakhmipur
Lakhmipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Asika to Lakhmipur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Lakhmipur is about 74 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 Lakhmipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhmipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lakhmipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhmipur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhmipur
Where is Lakhmipur located?
Lakhmipur village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhmipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhmipur is Saradhapur.
What is the pincode of Lakhmipur?
The pincode of Lakhmipur is 761107.
What is the population of Lakhmipur?
Lakhmipur has a total population of 690, including 352 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Lakhmipur?
There are 157 households in Lakhmipur.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhmipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhmipur is 66.52%. Male literacy is 78.13% and female literacy is 54.44%.