Laqmanian - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Laqmanian is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Lukmanian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laqmanian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laqmanian is 028872. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 143511 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Laqmanian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laqmanian
According to the 2011 Census, Laqmanian village had a total population of 581 people, including 300 males and 281 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.86%, with male literacy at 81.78% and female literacy at 69.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 581 | 300 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 220 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 80 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Laqmanian
Laqmanian 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dulowal | West | 0.86 km |
| Durgabad | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Wadala Banger | East | 1.36 km |
| Mastkot | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Malakpur | West | 1.66 km |
| Fajlabad | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Dhesian | South | 1.91 km |
| Arli Bhan | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Khushipur | North | 2.19 km |
| Sahan Pannu | South-East | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laqmanian
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Laqmanian. The nearest railway station is Batala Sugar Mills, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Laqmanian is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laqmanian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laqmanian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Laqmanian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laqmanian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Laqmanian
Where is Laqmanian located?
Laqmanian village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laqmanian?
The Gram Panchayat of Laqmanian is Lukmanian.
What is the pincode of Laqmanian?
The pincode of Laqmanian is 143511.
What is the population of Laqmanian?
Laqmanian had a total population of 581, including 300 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Laqmanian?
Laqmanian had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laqmanian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laqmanian was 75.86%. Male literacy was 81.78% and female literacy was 69.65%.