Lakhanapur - Colonelganj, Gonda
Lakhanapur is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Gonawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhanapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhanapur is 174892. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.5 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Coloneganj is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Lakhanapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhanapur
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhanapur village had a total population of 520 people, including 266 males and 254 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.03%, with male literacy at 43.13% and female literacy at 33.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 520 | 266 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 55 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 91 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 175 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhanapur
Lakhanapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barawaliya Tallukdari | West | 0.92 km |
| Colonel Ganj(rural) | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Gourawa Khurd | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Gaddaupur | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Debi Tilmaha | North | 1.35 km |
| Kadipur | South | 1.53 km |
| Nahawa Parsaura | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Sonwar | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Kunwarpur Amarha | East | 2.19 km |
| Pure Than | North | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhanapur
Lakhanapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kasturi, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.3 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Coloneganj to Lakhanapur is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Lakhanapur is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhanapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhanapur 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 Lakhanapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhanapur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lakhanapur
Where is Lakhanapur located?
Lakhanapur village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhanapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhanapur is Gonawa.
What is the pincode of Lakhanapur?
The pincode of Lakhanapur is 271502.
What is the population of Lakhanapur?
Lakhanapur had a total population of 520, including 266 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Lakhanapur?
Lakhanapur had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhanapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhanapur was 38.03%. Male literacy was 43.13% and female literacy was 33.02%.