Lachhiman Garh - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Lachhiman Garh is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Lachhiman Garh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachhiman Garh is 206894. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.41 hectares and falls under the 232107 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Lachhiman Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakaldiha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lachhiman Garh
As per Census 2011, Lachhiman Garh village has a total population of 2,312 people, consisting of 1,224 males and 1,088 females. The village has 377 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,682 literate and 630 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachhiman Garh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,312 | 1,224 | 1,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 137 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 167 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,682 | 1,011 | 671 |
| Illiterate Population | 630 | 213 | 417 |
Nearby Villages of Lachhiman Garh
Lachhiman Garh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singha | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Phoolpur | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Hinauta | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Gurera | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Kamalpur | East | 1.52 km |
| Lachhanpur | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Zaminhasanpur | North | 1.85 km |
| Chahania | South | 1.98 km |
| Sonahula | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Baghi | North-East | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lachhiman Garh
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Lachhiman Garh. The nearest railway station is Rajawari, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandauli to Lachhiman Garh is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Lachhiman Garh is about 23 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 Lachhiman Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachhiman Garh 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 Lachhiman Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachhiman Garh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lachhiman Garh
Where is Lachhiman Garh located?
Lachhiman Garh village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachhiman Garh?
Lachhiman Garh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lachhiman Garh?
The pincode of Lachhiman Garh is 232107.
What is the population of Lachhiman Garh?
Lachhiman Garh has a total population of 2,312, including 1,224 males and 1,088 females.
How many households are there in Lachhiman Garh?
There are 377 households in Lachhiman Garh.
What is the literacy rate in Lachhiman Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachhiman Garh is 72.75%. Male literacy is 82.60% and female literacy is 61.67%.