Lekhnapur - Misrikh, Sitapur
Lekhnapur is a village situated in the Misrikh tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Misrikh and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Lekhnapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lekhnapur is 137145. The village covers a total geographical area of 540.54 hectares and falls under the 261403 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lekhnapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Misrikh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Lekhnapur
As per Census 2011, Lekhnapur village has a total population of 4,274 people, consisting of 2,262 males and 2,012 females. The village has 672 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 774 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,896 literate and 2,378 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,486 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lekhnapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,274 | 2,262 | 2,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 774 | 399 | 375 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,486 | 787 | 699 |
| Literate Population | 1,896 | 1,171 | 725 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,378 | 1,091 | 1,287 |
Nearby Villages of Lekhnapur
Lekhnapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhanpur | North-West | 1.30 km |
| Mankapur | East | 1.74 km |
| Laximanpur | West | 2.06 km |
| Atva | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Binaura | North | 2.40 km |
| Naimisaradya | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Bairampur | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Paraspur | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Bejangrent | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Awrangabad | East | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lekhnapur
Lekhnapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ghori Halt, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sitapur to Lekhnapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitapur to Lekhnapur is about 35 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 Lekhnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lekhnapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lekhnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lekhnapur 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 Lekhnapur
Where is Lekhnapur located?
Lekhnapur village is located in Misrikh Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lekhnapur?
Lekhnapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lekhnapur?
The pincode of Lekhnapur is 261403.
What is the population of Lekhnapur?
Lekhnapur has a total population of 4,274, including 2,262 males and 2,012 females.
How many households are there in Lekhnapur?
There are 672 households in Lekhnapur.
What is the literacy rate in Lekhnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lekhnapur is 44.36%. Male literacy is 51.77% and female literacy is 36.03%.