Lakhanpur - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Lakhanpur is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Lakhunpur Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhanpur is 187082. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.23 hectares and falls under the 273213 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 38 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 Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhanpur village had a total population of 928 people, including 462 males and 466 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.66%, with male literacy at 87.15% and female literacy at 64.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 485.
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 | 928 | 462 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 73 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 485 | 247 | 238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 606 | 339 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 123 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhanpur
Lakhanpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhanpur
Lakhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Lakhanpur is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakhanpur
Where is Lakhanpur located?
Lakhanpur village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhanpur is Lakhunpur Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Lakhanpur?
The pincode of Lakhanpur is 273213.
What is the population of Lakhanpur?
Lakhanpur had a total population of 928, including 462 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Lakhanpur?
Lakhanpur had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhanpur was 75.66%. Male literacy was 87.15% and female literacy was 64.81%.