Lakhanpur - Budaun
Lakhanpur is a village situated in the Budaun tehsil of Budaun district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Budaun, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Lakhanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhanpur is 128379. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.93 hectares and falls under the 243601 pincode. Budaun is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Budaun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Badaun Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhanpur
As per Census 2011, Lakhanpur village has a total population of 2,525 people, consisting of 1,329 males and 1,196 females. The village has 422 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 390 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,541 literate and 984 illiterate residents. Additionally, 354 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,525 | 1,329 | 1,196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 207 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 354 | 193 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,541 | 928 | 613 |
| Illiterate Population | 984 | 401 | 583 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sobhanpur | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Pachtaurmajra Utarna | East | 1.31 km |
| Saidpura | South | 1.46 km |
| Majhia | West | 1.93 km |
| Karaulia | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Aamgaun | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Atapur | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Nagla Sharki (bahar Chungi) | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Mallapur | South | 2.56 km |
| Kisarua | East | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhanpur
Lakhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Budaun, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.7 km.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Budaun to Lakhanpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhanpur
Where is Lakhanpur located?
Lakhanpur village is located in Budaun Tehsil, Budaun district, Uttar Pradesh, 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 243601.
What is the population of Lakhanpur?
Lakhanpur has a total population of 2,525, including 1,329 males and 1,196 females.
How many households are there in Lakhanpur?
There are 422 households in Lakhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhanpur is 61.03%. Male literacy is 69.83% and female literacy is 51.25%.