Laxman Jot - Gonda
Laxman Jot is a village situated in the Gonda tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from Gonda, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Laxmanpur Jot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laxman Jot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laxman Jot is 174550. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.02 hectares and falls under the 271001 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Laxman Jot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gonda Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Laxman Jot
As per Census 2011, Laxman Jot village has a total population of 3,274 people, consisting of 1,735 males and 1,539 females. The village has 506 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 623 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,527 literate and 1,747 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laxman Jot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,274 | 1,735 | 1,539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 623 | 322 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 132 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 1,527 | 1,022 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,747 | 713 | 1,034 |
Nearby Villages of Laxman Jot
Laxman Jot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hasim Jot | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Kesho Jot | West | 1.53 km |
| Behra Choubey | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Dhani Gawn | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Madhoupur Rao | North | 2.01 km |
| Thakurapur | South | 2.07 km |
| Balpur Jot | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Musouli | East | 2.14 km |
| Sidhaw | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Narayanpur Mardan | South-East | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Laxman Jot
Laxman Jot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kathola, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Laxman Jot is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laxman Jot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laxman Jot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Laxman Jot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laxman Jot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Laxman Jot
Where is Laxman Jot located?
Laxman Jot village is located in Gonda Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laxman Jot?
The Gram Panchayat of Laxman Jot is Laxmanpur Jot.
What is the pincode of Laxman Jot?
The pincode of Laxman Jot is 271001.
What is the population of Laxman Jot?
Laxman Jot has a total population of 3,274, including 1,735 males and 1,539 females.
How many households are there in Laxman Jot?
There are 506 households in Laxman Jot.
What is the literacy rate in Laxman Jot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laxman Jot is 46.64%. Male literacy is 58.90% and female literacy is 32.81%.