Lakhima Khas - Maharajganj, Mahrajganj
Lakhima Khas is a village situated in the Maharajganj tehsil of Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maharajganj and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Mahrajganj. Lakhima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhima Khas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhima Khas is 184813. The village covers a total geographical area of 594.02 hectares and falls under the 273301 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Lakhima Khas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paniyara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maharajganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhima Khas
As per Census 2011, Lakhima Khas village has a total population of 7,267 people, consisting of 3,769 males and 3,498 females. The village has 1,051 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,090 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,905 literate and 3,362 illiterate residents. Additionally, 954 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhima Khas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,267 | 3,769 | 3,498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,090 | 546 | 544 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 954 | 495 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 3,905 | 2,494 | 1,411 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,362 | 1,275 | 2,087 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhima Khas
Lakhima Khas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madhopur | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Dhanaha | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Nagarauli | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Jamali | South | 2.79 km |
| Basahia Buzurg | West | 2.93 km |
| Paratawal | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Parasa Buzurg | North | 3.14 km |
| Chhatiram | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Barawa Kala | East | 3.39 km |
| Barwa Khas | South-East | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhima Khas
Lakhima Khas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bodarwar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahrajganj to Lakhima Khas is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahrajganj to Lakhima Khas is about 34 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 Lakhima Khas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhima Khas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakhima Khas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhima Khas 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lakhima Khas
Where is Lakhima Khas located?
Lakhima Khas village is located in Maharajganj Tehsil, Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhima Khas?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhima Khas is Lakhima.
What is the pincode of Lakhima Khas?
The pincode of Lakhima Khas is 273301.
What is the population of Lakhima Khas?
Lakhima Khas has a total population of 7,267, including 3,769 males and 3,498 females.
How many households are there in Lakhima Khas?
There are 1,051 households in Lakhima Khas.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhima Khas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhima Khas is 53.74%. Male literacy is 66.17% and female literacy is 40.34%.