Lakara - Naugarh, Siddharthnagar
Lakara is a village situated in the Naugarh tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naugarh and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Lakda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakara is 176407. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.32 hectares and falls under the 272206 pincode.
Lakara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapilvastu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakara
According to the 2011 Census, Lakara village had a total population of 713 people, including 370 males and 343 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.47%, with male literacy at 68.12% and female literacy at 37.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135.
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 | 713 | 370 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 72 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 203 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 167 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Lakara
Lakara 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 Lakara
Lakara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Lakara is about 26 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 Lakara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakara 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lakara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lakara
Where is Lakara located?
Lakara village is located in Naugarh Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lakara?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakara is Lakda.
What is the pincode of Lakara?
The pincode of Lakara is 272206.
What is the population of Lakara?
Lakara had a total population of 713, including 370 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Lakara?
Lakara had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakara was 53.47%. Male literacy was 68.12% and female literacy was 37.77%.