Lakha - Fatehgarh, Jaisalmer
Lakha is a village situated in the Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehgarh and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Lakha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakha is 086593. The village covers a total geographical area of 6821 hectares and falls under the 345027 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Lakha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakha
As per Census 2011, Lakha village has a total population of 3,766 people, consisting of 1,984 males and 1,782 females. The village has 569 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 767 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,878 literate and 1,888 illiterate residents. Additionally, 190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,766 | 1,984 | 1,782 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 767 | 394 | 373 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 101 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 1,878 | 1,280 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,888 | 704 | 1,184 |
Nearby Villages of Lakha
Lakha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mungeriya | South | 5.29 km |
| Randha | North | 5.91 km |
| Bhadli | South-West | 6.99 km |
| Sarswati Nagar | East | 7.01 km |
| Leekari | North-East | 8.06 km |
| Rasa Ka Tala | South-East | 9.18 km |
| Poshma | South | 9.93 km |
| Mehron Ki Dhani | West | 9.94 km |
| Chheepasariya | South-West | 9.96 km |
| Mandaliya | South-East | 10.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakha
Lakha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhachhbar, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisalmer to Lakha is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakha 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 Lakha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lakha
Where is Lakha located?
Lakha village is located in Fatehgarh Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakha?
Lakha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakha?
The pincode of Lakha is 345027.
What is the population of Lakha?
Lakha has a total population of 3,766, including 1,984 males and 1,782 females.
How many households are there in Lakha?
There are 569 households in Lakha.
What is the literacy rate in Lakha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakha is 49.87%. Male literacy is 64.52% and female literacy is 33.56%.