Lakhanpur - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Lakhanpur is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhanpur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Lakhanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhanpur is 381010. The village covers a total geographical area of 1650 hectares and falls under the 768219 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhanpur
As per Census 2011, Lakhanpur village has a total population of 3,212 people, consisting of 1,613 males and 1,599 females. The village has 743 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,273 literate and 939 illiterate residents. Additionally, 331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,509 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,212 | 1,613 | 1,599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 134 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 161 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,509 | 758 | 751 |
| Literate Population | 2,273 | 1,292 | 981 |
| Illiterate Population | 939 | 321 | 618 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhanpur
Lakhanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mauliberena | West | 1.72 km |
| Tingismal | East | 2.97 km |
| Soldia | South | 3.09 km |
| Kholjamkani | West | 3.38 km |
| Karlajori | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Kudaloi | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Khuntmahul | East | 3.64 km |
| Pikol | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Singharpur | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Baghmunda | South | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhanpur
Lakhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belpahar, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Lakhanpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Lakhanpur 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lakhanpur
Where is Lakhanpur located?
Lakhanpur village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda 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 768219.
What is the population of Lakhanpur?
Lakhanpur has a total population of 3,212, including 1,613 males and 1,599 females.
How many households are there in Lakhanpur?
There are 743 households in Lakhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhanpur is 70.77%. Male literacy is 80.10% and female literacy is 61.35%.