Lakhesar - Sagri, Azamgarh
Lakhesar is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Chandpur Bhatoura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhesar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhesar is 192688. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 276136 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Lakhesar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhesar
As per Census 2011, Lakhesar village has a total population of 542 people, consisting of 239 males and 303 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,267 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 308 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhesar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 542 | 239 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 151 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 88 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhesar
Lakhesar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagva Bahauddinpur | North-West | 0.66 km |
| Khalishpur | North-East | 0.90 km |
| Baijuapur | North-West | 1.11 km |
| Turkauli | North | 1.18 km |
| Barohi Fatehpur | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Bikapur | West | 1.39 km |
| Nagva Veni | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Chak Kalwariya | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Mahuvi Sherpur | North | 1.58 km |
| Barnapur Jagdishpur | East | 1.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhesar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Lakhesar. The nearest railway station is Sidhari Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Lakhesar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Lakhesar is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhesar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhesar 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 Lakhesar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhesar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lakhesar
Where is Lakhesar located?
Lakhesar village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhesar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhesar is Chandpur Bhatoura.
What is the pincode of Lakhesar?
The pincode of Lakhesar is 276136.
What is the population of Lakhesar?
Lakhesar has a total population of 542, including 239 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Lakhesar?
There are 87 households in Lakhesar.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhesar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhesar is 56.83%. Male literacy is 63.18% and female literacy is 51.82%.