Lachhipur - Polasara, Ganjam
Lachhipur is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 73 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Sana Ustapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachhipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachhipur is 411496. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Lachhipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lachhipur
As per Census 2011, Lachhipur village has a total population of 868 people, consisting of 431 males and 437 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 584 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachhipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 868 | 431 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 584 | 320 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 111 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Lachhipur
Lachhipur 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 Lachhipur
Public transport in the Lachhipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Buguda to Lachhipur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Lachhipur is about 73 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 Lachhipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachhipur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lachhipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachhipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lachhipur
Where is Lachhipur located?
Lachhipur village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachhipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachhipur is Sana Ustapada.
What is the pincode of Lachhipur?
The pincode of Lachhipur is 761118.
What is the population of Lachhipur?
Lachhipur has a total population of 868, including 431 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Lachhipur?
There are 190 households in Lachhipur.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhipur is 67.28%. Male literacy is 74.25% and female literacy is 60.41%.